INDIAN ANKUS WITH ELEPHANT POMMEL.

Indian pierced iron elephant goad or ankus. These hooks are used by the mahout (the keepers, trainers, and drivers of elephants) to control elephants. Thick double-edged point, with openwork center panel and reinforced thickened tip. To one side protrudes a recurved hook, also with reinforced thickened tip. The center panel is elaborately pierced and engraved. The tapering ribbed steel handle is divided into sections. Pommel consists of a brass butt piece in the shape of a stylized elephant. CONDITION: Excellent, metal is smooth with a grey surface. DG Blade Length: 8" Overall Length: 22" Condition: Dimensions: Length: 22".