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Head only as brought back by British troops who were limited by the size of their "kit" bags. 17 3/4" total length with diamond section leaf shaped point. Finely forged with medial ridge and light tool finish. Slight step to the transition as typical for early examples. Crisp with mottled age patina.

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ZULU ASSEGAI, ANGLO-ZULU WAR OF 1879

Name: ZULU ASSEGAI, ANGLO-ZULU WAR OF 1879
SKU: 177982399
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