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Hello, I acquired this shield (possibly Oromo?) at an international auction. Shields of this size (about 55 cm) often have a cracked edge, but this one is intact. There is an inscription on the inside - I would be grateful for help with translation.
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“Bought in Mafsana in the year 1887 ….” The rest is unclear.
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“Bought in Mafsana in the year 1887 ….” The rest is unclear. May say ‘In the weapons market”.
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Thank you! (as far as Mafsana, unfortunately I cannot finf such a place on internet...)
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it also says " from Nicola de Maria (probably) ufficiale ( in the part where the text is eaten) then ...something...
Mafsana doesn't appear to be a name that can be found on line |
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Hi, mafsana is Swahili for children... Hope it helps
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