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DaveA · 4th September 2016, 11:09 PM

This is a Tukhemmi ("Axe" or "Hatchet") from Assam c. 1900 - 1940, probably originating with the Sema, Ao, or Chang Naga tribes. Only these tribes used red hair for decoration (attached to pommel of the hilt).

4th September 2016, 11:09 PM	#21
DaveA Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Wisconsin, USA Posts: 415	Sema Naga Tukhemmi ("Axe") This is a Tukhemmi ("Axe" or "Hatchet") from Assam c. 1900 - 1940, probably originating with the Sema, Ao, or Chang Naga tribes. Only these tribes used red hair for decoration (attached to pommel of the hilt). Attached Images