Sword from Angola. Chokwe, Salampasu? - Ethnographic Arms & Armour

17th February 2025, 06:21 PM

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Pertinax

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Ian

I was referring to the white material that surrounds many of the nail heads. I realize that the base is leather, but the white material is not leather. Another possibility is mildew resulting from some moisture on the hilt.

This is mold on old leather.

Do you think, Ian, that we can determine the age of swords like this by the upholstery tacks?

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