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A KACHIN NAGA HEADHUNTER DAO SWORD
A KACHIN NAGA HEADHUNTER DAO SWORD
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Kachin work, the hilt with applied bone pommel, the grip wrapped with braided and lacquered rattan with silver ferrule. The stout, chisel-edged blade with characteristic flared tip, with layer-forged construction visible near the cutting edge. In its wooden scabbard with intact rattan sling and fine carved terminal and rattan bindings. Late 19th century. Light wear. Overall length 75.8cm/ 29.3/4". Condition II
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A KACHIN NAGA HEADHUNTER DAO SWORD

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May 25, 2024 12:00 PM EDT|
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