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19th January 2025, 06:00 PM
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Once again thanks to all for the suggestions; two more areas to search. Even though I don't think so, there is the possibility that it is a fantasy piece.
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19th January 2025, 07:01 PM
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Akrafena sword for me,
Ghana or Dahomey |
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19th January 2025, 08:06 PM
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Here is a similar one from the web without attribution
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19th January 2025, 09:40 PM
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Quote:
And also note the similar decorative elements on the Hwi from that same thread: |
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19th January 2025, 09:43 PM
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This appears to be one of the many variations of the hwi of the Fon people (Dahomey Kingdom). Below is a Fon sword from my collection with similar motifs and design elements for comparison.
- ADS |
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20th January 2025, 04:06 AM
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Once again thanks to all for the informed collective comments! Based on the geometric designs on the blade and the handle I think that it is indeed a Dahomey sword.
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