Null A small collection of African edged weapons
Six different knives and short…

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A small collection of African edged weapons Six different knives and short swords, some with elaborately forged and decorated blades. Handles made of wood and iron, some with copper, brass and iron wire coils. Length 22 - 51 cm. Condition: II -

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A small collection of African edged weapons Six different knives and short swords, some with elaborately forged and decorated blades. Handles made of wood and iron, some with copper, brass and iron wire coils. Length 22 - 51 cm. Condition: II -

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