SWORD FOR DISCUSSION

Martin Lubojacky · 29th December 2012, 12:15 AM

Yes Iain, there are really only Central African weapons in the Stone Town museum (e.g. Ganda shield, Binja or Azande sickle swords)....., sure no Mandingo weapons (and of course Omani and related weapons)

On the other side, if they brought Zande sword to Zanzibar, kattara (as a private weapon of trader or of the head of caravan) could reach Central Africa. What could be its further destiny ?? Who knows

Trade connection of Guinea gulf countries with North Africa is clear.

Best
Martin

Iain · 29th December 2012, 09:53 AM

Hi Martin,

Thanks for the further info about the weapons in Stone Town.

I agree anything is possible. One thing it would be good to find are dated examples of these sabres - not just dates of the blades but collection dates for the mounts. It would give some idea of the time frame.

All the best,

Iain

29th December 2012, 12:15 AM	#1
Martin Lubojacky Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Czech Republic Posts: 847	Yes Iain, there are really only Central African weapons in the Stone Town museum (e.g. Ganda shield, Binja or Azande sickle swords)....., sure no Mandingo weapons (and of course Omani and related weapons) On the other side, if they brought Zande sword to Zanzibar, kattara (as a private weapon of trader or of the head of caravan) could reach Central Africa. What could be its further destiny ?? Who knows Trade connection of Guinea gulf countries with North Africa is clear. Best Martin

29th December 2012, 09:53 AM	#2
Iain Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Olomouc Posts: 1,719	Hi Martin, Thanks for the further info about the weapons in Stone Town. I agree anything is possible. One thing it would be good to find are dated examples of these sabres - not just dates of the blades but collection dates for the mounts. It would give some idea of the time frame. All the best, Iain