Curved Sword with Sheath

An unusual curved sword with a leather sheath. The sword blade has an unsharpened pointed tip; the sheath is made of embossed leather and a flattened, leaf-shaped, end.

Further Information

  • Type: Weapons, armour
  • Object: Curved Sword with Sheath
  • Materials: Leather, animal skin, Metal
  • Culture Group: Mende
  • Dimensions: 840mm [L] x 110mm x 50mm
  • Production Date: Pre 1970
  • Associated Places: Unknown
  • Associated People: Unknown
  • Museum: Brighton Museum and Art Gallery
  • Accession Number: BMAG:WA509592

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