4th December 2009, 12:44 PM | #1 |
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West African short sword for sale
A West African short sword, possibly Dahomey or Maghreb region, 19th century. Overall length is 21" with 17" blade. Hilt is wood with cool-looking spiral tin? pewter? strapwork. Just looks like it belongs in the belt of a Slaver.
Pics don't do it justice in showing the age (metal is patinaed and matches a Victorian pewter mug I own). Wood is likewise worn with some of the strapwork missing, but blade is TIGHT. I like it, but it doesn't match with my collection, so...bought it for $125, am asking $115 (plus $10 shipping). Would make a nice holiday gift (but not a stocking stuffer- ) |
7th December 2009, 08:45 PM | #2 |
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Now, $105... Interesting piece.
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9th December 2009, 11:23 PM | #3 |
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Final offer of $90...alot less than I paid.
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