Null A large Papua New Guinean sword club from the Sepik river
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A large Papua New Guinean sword club from the Sepik river Long club of heavy reddish hardwood with a slightly widening blade with a rounded point and "sharp" striking edges. Handle with fine cord winding (damaged), the pommel ending in two horns (one broken off). Length 143 cm. Beautiful patina, slight signs of age and use. Condition: II -

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A large Papua New Guinean sword club from the Sepik river Long club of heavy reddish hardwood with a slightly widening blade with a rounded point and "sharp" striking edges. Handle with fine cord winding (damaged), the pommel ending in two horns (one broken off). Length 143 cm. Beautiful patina, slight signs of age and use. Condition: II -

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