A Dinka knobkerrie / spear ??

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Originally Posted by LOUIEBLADES

I put a low bid on that one but decided not to go for it. It seems more a status piece than a functional weapon to me.

Lew

Hi Lew,
I'm inclined to agree....either that or a 'fantasy' piece. The spear head would be a hinderance if used as a club, possibly causing harm to the user. The weighted end of the knobkerrie would probably 'unbalance' its handling as a stabbing spear. My own inclination is that this is a 'made-up' piece, couldn't find a similar example. I think the money paid was excessive...extremely so, if I am right and this is a 'fantasy marriage'.

Regards David