Australian Aboriginal Shield

Bob A · 4th June 2022, 06:29 PM

There seems to be little wear observed on the decoratively striated hand grip of the piece. I'd expect more, and perhaps damage to the face of the shield, if used in a violent encounter. This is not to dispute its age or authenticity, of course.

Tim Simmons · 5th June 2022, 05:26 PM

Looks very nice. Lots of old weapons show little or no signs of combat. Wood again wood might not show so much?

4th June 2022, 06:29 PM	#1
Bob A Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Posts: 455	There seems to be little wear observed on the decoratively striated hand grip of the piece. I'd expect more, and perhaps damage to the face of the shield, if used in a violent encounter. This is not to dispute its age or authenticity, of course.

5th June 2022, 05:26 PM	#2
Tim Simmons Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: What is still UK Posts: 5,935	Looks very nice. Lots of old weapons show little or no signs of combat. Wood again wood might not show so much?