Congo Sword

African currency Sword used in the Congo for important transactions such as dowry or land purchases.

African Currency Sword mounted on a contemporary iron Stand. These were used in the Congo for important transactions such as dowry or land purchases.

African currency sword that was used in the Congo for important transactions such as dowry or land purchases.

African currency Sword used in the Congo for important transactions such as dowry or land purchases.

This is a pair of African iron currency blade or sword currency from the Nkutshu, Topoke & Songo Meno peoples, Democratic Republic of Congo (Zaire) on custom metal stands.

Poto African sword, Congo Africa on stand. A forged iron sword with fine incised design, inlaid brass dots, overlaid brass strips, finely carved wood handle with deep patina.

Early 20th century African Ngulu Ceremonial status sword, D.R. Congo Ngombe Culture, D.R. Congo Iron, Wood, Leather This status symbol is carried by a man as an emblem of rank.

1920s African Congolese sword sculpture. Wooden handle. Base measures 12" x 2".  

1920s African Congolese sword sculpture on metal stand. Base measures 10" x 2".  

1920s African Congolese sword sculpture on metal stand. Wooden handle. Base measures 8" x 2".  

An iron Topoke sword currency, mounted on a solid oak base. Democratic Republic of Congo (Zaire), early 20th century.

Antique wrought iron Ngombe execution or sacrifice sword from Congo with wooden handle (handle is probably replaced sometime) comes from the late 19th century, including standard.

Moroccan Khoumya Tribal hand -crafted and hand-carved dagger with brass scabbard and a chiseled wooden grip. Hand made by Moroccan artisans and is one-of-a-kind. Good condition wit...

This prestige weapon was commissioned by Emperor Menelik II of Ethiopia as a diplomatic gift for the renowned French Armenian merchant and honorary French envoy Matig Kevorkoff, a pr...

English Renaissance-style halberd spear with wood shaft and 33 ¬Ω inch iron ax blade.

A rare figurative harp from made by the Vuvi or Tsogo people of Gabon. It is an instrument traditionally played by young men and boys. These rare instruments are well known for their...

Believed to have originated from the collection of a South American diplomat, the exquisiteness of this presentation sword conveys its ownership by an individual of great importance....

North African Sword (Nimcha), Morocco, Early 19th Century This North African sword, known as a "Nimcha," is a remarkable piece originating from Morocco, dating back to the early 19th...

This exceptional, museum-quality archaic bronze ceremonial dagger reflects the master metallurgy of early Chinese dynasties, likely spanning from the Late Shang to the Western Zhou p...

While shield and spear were central to African combat, this iron sword blade was most likely made to serve as a piece of trade currency. Many pre-colonization African currencies were...

Samurai Helmet "Zunari kabuto" with 3 black lacquered iron plates. Japan, early EDO period, circa 1610. Neck protector (shikoro), 5-strip hineno, laced brown, beige and green. Centra...

This extraordinary and remarkably well-preserved ensemble represents a complete set of late medieval German infantry armour, dating from the 15th to early 16th century. Forged entire...

An exceptional and rare Austrian longsword, designed as a two-handed weapon with a classic cruciform hilt and straight, double-edged blade. This distinguished form bridges the morpho...

Leather Shield, South Sudan A small leather shield typical of the region known as an upwal, concave hide is attached to a reed spine with plaiting to form a strong grip. Mounted on ...

Italian Medieval / Renaissance-style metal life size suit of armor with etched sunburst breast plate on a square wooden base. Condition: (Base is 20 inches w x 24 inches d x 10 inch...

This curved sword has a blued steel German blade with an ivory cross-hatched grip bearing silver and gilt mounts in the form of a lion’s head and mane. The grip is mounted with an ov...

The price is for an individual currency and includes the custom made stand. The shape of a Mfunte currency has a seemingly simple yet complex design. The forged iron surface was scr...

Large Indian gold damascened steel tegha sword. Indian, c. 1850 Length 112cm, width 16cm, depth 10cm This remarkable sword is a tegha, a large Indian sword designed to be used i...

English Renaissance (19th Century) curved sword with brass fluted handle and black leather scabbard. Condition: Good; Minor losses

Throwing Knife (Ngalio) Sara People, Chad, Africa Mid-20th century Material: Iron Height on custom display stand: 28 in. / 71 cm Known as "ngalio", this type of throwing knife was o...

While shield and spear were central to African combat, this iron example was most likely made to serve as a piece of trade currency. Many pre-colonization African currencies were mod...

Wonderful spear form currency with spiral loops below the spear head festooned with three 'bells' on each side. An appealing design executed by a master craftsman. Beautifully mounte...