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11th March 2024, 02:10 PM
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Unusual African spear head/ring axe combo
This combination chopping/stabbing weapon recently sold at auction. The axe head looks somewhat like a Hausa "ring axe." Anyone seen a similar example or can identify its origin.
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11th March 2024, 02:25 PM
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... and for comparison ...
A Hausa ring axe for comparison. The circular head with external edge sharpened and the internal edge serrated is typical for these axes. Not a very good match to the OP, but the closest I can think of in terms of construction of the axe head.
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15th March 2024, 03:34 AM
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Hi Ian, unfortunately I can't offer an ID as this interesting specimen is drawing a blank from me, but I do wonder about a potential Hausa connection. It is my understanding that the blade of Hausa ring axes are usually tanged but maybe this is a more decorative modern example?
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15th March 2024, 10:50 AM
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Hi ADS,
Yes, I'm drawing a blank too. Given the talent and breadth of experience here, someone will likely come along with an answer. Sometimes it can take a few years. |
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23rd March 2024, 05:05 PM
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India
Not Hausa. Not Africa. It looks like a simplified version of an Indian axe.
https://www.mandarinmansion.com/item...n-antelope-axe |
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24th March 2024, 12:08 AM
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Hi AndreasM,
Could be. There is some similarity there. |
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