Sword

42-21-253A

From: Tanzania

Curatorial Section: African

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Object Number 42-21-253A
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Masai
Provenience Tanzania
Section African
Materials Iron | Wood | Skin
Description

Long metal blade, widening toward point, two edged for one-third length; pronounced medial ridge on both faces; hide grip. Rawhide sheath with leather carrying strap.

Length 79 cm
Width 3 cm
Credit Line Gift of Percy C. Madeira Jr., 1942
Other Number 292 - Collector Number

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