Chiefs Dagger

A dagger, made with an iron blade, and a wooden handle inlaid with brass and copper circles. This type of dagger is typical of Muslim cultures in inland Sierra Leone.

Further Information

  • Type: Weapons, armour
  • Object: Chiefs Dagger
  • Materials: Metal, Wood
  • Culture Group: Mandingo
  • Dimensions: 340mm [L] x 40mm[W] x 40mm [C]
  • Production Date: Pre 1869
  • Associated Places: Unknown
  • Associated People: W. J. Bernhard Smith
  • Museum: British Museum
  • Accession Number: BM:Af.5319

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