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19th Century African Shona Dagger

$900
£684.77
€788.99
CA$1,277.72
A$1,370.76
CHF 735.25
MX$16,503.80
NOK 9,268.68
SEK 8,451.75
DKK 5,894.83

About the Item

19th Century dagger from the Shona people of Zimbabwe. It features beautiful carvings, a rich aged patina and a handmade steeped blade.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19 in (48.26 cm)Width: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Zimbabwe
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Has some age related cracks. Please see pictures.
  • Seller Location:
    Hamilton, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1355230688122

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