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Old 3rd November 2007, 04:44 PM   #6
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The blades on Yaka-swords can differ. I already saw many blades with similar shapes like the one you have. Mine are just a bit different (that's why I bought them )

I think I already showed them, but here they are again.





The one on the left is atypical as it has the hilt of a Yaka-sword, but the blade of a Songye-sword. So is it Yaka or Songye, it's up to you. Blades travelled throughout Africa as currency, so anything can happen.

The 'normal' Yaka-sword (on the right) is quite a large piece. It measures about 70 cm ! It's heavy and well forged. Besides the dotted lines, there's also a zigzag design.

Unfortunately, I don't have scabbard for these pieces.
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