"Takouba Sword - Southern Algeria, Mali, Niger, 19th Century"
Takouba sword - Southern Algeria, Mali, Niger, 19th century Leather-covered steel handle and guard. Ovoid pommel. Locally forged blade with traditional markings. Well-made blade for a local blade, supple and well-tempered. Leather scabbard with chiseled and openwork copper alloy elements. As is often the case, the blade does not fit completely into its scabbard. Accident to the scabbard's rivet. The guard has significant play. Total length 97cm Length without scabbard 96cm Blade length 82cm Weight 1000gr Weight without scabbard 775gr 
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