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Scepter / Mace, Persian, Demon Head, c. 1800

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Scepter/Mace constructed of iron in the form of a demon head with horns. The face etching simulating eyebrows, mustache, ears and eyeballs protrude from surface. Other etched decoration include floral pattern and the back of the head portrays two human figures. Persia,18th Century
Reference: 'Islamic Weapons' by Anthony C. Tirri, p. 219, Fig. 157 & 'A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration and Use of Arms and Armor: in All Countries and in All Times' by George Cameron Stone', p. 422, Fig. 533, Illus. 6.
Size: L. 29.5" x W. 4.5"
Weight: 1lbs 2oz
Condition: Very good, the head a bit loose on the shaft, wear to etching especially on the shaft.

Very good, the head a bit loose on the shaft, wear to etching especially on the shaft.

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