2039 - Mahdi Arm Dagger with Sheath. Sudan, late 19th-early 20th century A.D. Comprising a triangular two-edged blade with incised linear detailing, carved wooden hilt with carved ribbing to the angles, integral crossguards, domed button finial; leather sheath with crocodile-skin panels, twisted leather thong forming a thick suspension loop, braided leather knop forming a chape. 172 grams, 23 cm (9 in.). [No Reserve]

Mahdi Arm Dagger with Sheath. Sudan, late 19th-early 20th century A.D. Comprising a triangular two-edged blade with incised linear detailing, carved wooden hilt with carved ribbing to the angles, integral crossguards, domed button finial; leather sheath with crocodile-skin panels, twisted leather thong forming a thick suspension loop, braided leather knop forming a chape. 172 grams, 23 cm (9 in.). [No Reserve] From the private collection of Peter Clayton, FCILIP, Dip, Arch, FSA, FRNS, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, UK; formed since the late 1950s. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.