Short African spear for I.D

[Royston]

Can anyone identify this.

I am thinking Zulu / Matabele, but who would have used it for what ?

Wooden with brass wire. 8" Blade.

Anyone recognise the plant :D

As usual, all comments appreciated.

Regards
Roy

[Battara]

Actually I was thinking the same thing, but for ceremonial use? :shrug:

[Shakethetrees]

I concur.

The wire work is unmistakable, the wood looks correct and exactly two tone as I have seen on several others I owned in the past, and there is a subtle notch at the base of the blade that most, if not all, Zulu assegai possess.

I would think its early to mid 20th century, as it does not appear to have the smooth wear/patina of earlier pieces.

[Royston]

Thanks for that Gentlemen,

Any further comments ?

Regards
Roy