Wooden Sword

The original records from the Sierra Leone National Museum note that this wooden sword was used by a leading member of the Gbangbani society. The Gbangbani society is a predominantly male society in Limba and Loko areas.

Further Information

  • Type: Weapons, armour, Religious/ritual equipment, charms
  • Object: Wooden Sword
  • Materials: Wood
  • Culture Group: Limba
  • Dimensions: Unknown
  • Production Date: Pre 1965
  • Associated Places: Kantri Village, Tonko Chiefdom, Kambia District
  • Associated People: A.B. Seisay (Seller); Bayoh (original owner)
  • Museum: Sierra Leone National Museum
  • Accession Number: SLNM.1965.42.04

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