Central African Club Knife, Mid 19th C

Description

Broad blade with sharpened curving edges and expanding toward the rounded tip; with
unique asymmetrical central ridge and pierced with 3 holes (dark age patina). One-
piece wood grip expanding toward the integral cone-shaped pommel; wrapped with
copper binding with beautiful untouched patina. An effective short slashing weapon/tool
in very good original uncleaned condition. Overall length 11 3/4″.