Spear Sheath

A spear with an iron pointed blade. The spear shaft has been bound in bands of fur, and red and beige leather. It has a cloth and hide spear sheath.

Further Information

  • Type: Weapons, armour
  • Object: Spear Sheath
  • Materials: Leather, animal skin
  • Culture Group: Mende, Sherbro
  • Dimensions: 340mm [L] x 55mm [W] x 40mm [C]
  • Production Date: Pre 1904
  • Associated Places: Unknown
  • Associated People: Thomas Joshua Alldridge (Collector); G. Garrett
  • Museum: British Museum
  • Accession Number: BM:Af.1904.415.14.b

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