New Item in Knobkerrie Collection Ndebele Tribe

[Ian]

Hi David,

The etsy site you referenced does describe these as modern forms of the knobkerrie. We do allow decorative modern examples of other weapons here, even when they are not functional. Yemeni dancing swords come to mind, as well as a lot of traditional/ritual African items we allowed here (even when purely decorative or tourist items).

Perhaps Nutellakinesis can explain why he thinks this one is so unusual.

[Rick]

I didn't know Etsy was a reference site.
I agree with the other members that this item belongs in miscellania Ian.

[Ian]

Hi Rick.

I don't consider etsy a "reference site." I used "referenced" in my last post in the sense of "referred to," rather than suggesting it had an authoritative status.

However, since you and David think it should be moved, over it goes to Miscellania.