Nice Ivory Hilted Hausa Dagger

Jim McDougall · 24th February 2008, 07:54 PM

Excellent observation Norman! That circled dot decoration was something that first caught my eye also. We have discussed this particular simple geometric a number of times over the years, and I always thought it was key in weapons of Central Asia, especially Afghanistan. In discussion it was revealed that it did occur in other regions, obviously including Sudan as well. Indications were typically that the symbolism pertained to solar worship, which seems well placed in Central Asia, but unsure of its application in Sudan. Naturally solar worship was key in Egyptian religion but unclear at this point whether this symbol was used in material of that culture.

Yup,Lew its a pretty one OK

All the best,
Jim

Ferguson · 24th February 2008, 08:26 PM

Nice! Glad to see that you're saving your money for Timonium.

Steve

24th February 2008, 07:54 PM	#1
Jim McDougall Arms Historian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Route 66 Posts: 10,192	Excellent observation Norman! That circled dot decoration was something that first caught my eye also. We have discussed this particular simple geometric a number of times over the years, and I always thought it was key in weapons of Central Asia, especially Afghanistan. In discussion it was revealed that it did occur in other regions, obviously including Sudan as well. Indications were typically that the symbolism pertained to solar worship, which seems well placed in Central Asia, but unsure of its application in Sudan. Naturally solar worship was key in Egyptian religion but unclear at this point whether this symbol was used in material of that culture. Yup,Lew its a pretty one OK All the best, Jim

24th February 2008, 08:26 PM	#2
Ferguson Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Kernersville, NC, USA Posts: 793	Nice! Glad to see that you're saving your money for Timonium. Steve