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Exceptional 19th-20th Century Flat-Top Knobkerrie (Iwisa)
- Period: Late 19th to Early 20th Century.
- Provenance: Sourced from the United Kingdom market; fully documented
- Region: Southern Africa (Zulu / Eswatini).
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Antique Zulu Antelope Hide Shield (Isihlangu) – Rare Specimen
- Origin: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- Material: Extra-thick Antelope Hide, Indigenous Hardwood
- Dimensions: Approx 70 cm (Height)
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The hide is remarkably thick, stable, and retains its original tension.
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Set of Three Antique Swazi Spears – 19th/20th C
- Origin: Eswatini (Swaziland) / Sheffield, UK
- Date: 19th to early 20th Century
- Materials: Sheffield Forged Steel (W. Marples & Sons), Hardwood, Cow-Tail Hide
- Condition: Excellent antique condition. The steel has a deep, stable patina, and the makers’ marks remain legible.
- Provenance: UK Market
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Authentic Zulu Nguni Cowhide Warrior Shield (1940s)
- Region: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- Time Period: Mid 20th C.
- Tribal Group: Zulu
- Material: Sun-dried Nguni cattle hide, wood, and supple leather thonging.
- Provenance: Documented US Market / Private Collection.
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The hide remains taut with natural hair intact. Minor signs of age appropriate for an authentic ethnographic piece.
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Rare Shona Bident Ceremonial Staff – The Woodfield Collection
- Origin: Shona Peoples, Southern Africa
- Date: Circa late 19th-Early 20th Century
- Dimensions: Approximately 38 inches (96.5 cm)
- Materials: Forged Iron, Hardwood, Brass/Iron Wire Bindings
- Condition: Excellent antique condition. The iron displays a rich, dark patina with minor surface oxidation consistent with age. All wire bindings remain remarkably tight and intact.
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Silver & Rhino Horn Toddy Ladle – Peter Aitken I
- Date: 1836 (William IV)
- Maker: Peter Aitken I, Glasgow
- Dimensions: 33 cm in length
- Materials: Sterling Silver and Rhinoceros Horn
- Provenance: The Henry and Tricia Byrom Collection; UK Market
- CITES: Shipping within the United Kingdom only
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Antique Swazi Battle Axe (LiSengwa)
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Origin: Eswatini (Swaziland)
- Period: Mid-Late 20th C.
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Material: Forged Iron, Hardwood, Brass Wire, Woven Fiber
- Provenance: UK Market, document
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Condition: Excellent, with an authentic aged patina throughout. The ironwork is stable, and the wire-work remains tight and intact.
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Authentic Zulu War Shield (Isihlangu)
- Region: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- Type: Isihlangu (War Shield)
- Hide Pattern: Dark brown with white mottling/speckling
- Construction: Hand-cut Nguni hide, wooden central spine (Mgobo), and leather woven tabs (Amagabela)
- Provenance: Documented UK Market
- Condition: Superior vintage condition; hide is rigid and well-preserved with clear, contrasting hair colors.
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Rhodesian Headman’s Gorget (c. 1920-53)
- Material: Brass base with silver/white metal central badge
- Period: 19th C (Rhodesian era, aligned with 1953-1979 INTAAF issues)
- Provenance: South African market, documented
- Condition: Very good vintage condition; no major damage, original chain intact
- Dimensions: 152mm x 110mm (gorget plate); chain length approx. 40cm
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Alternative Rhodesian Headman’s Gorget (c. 1960–1980)
- Material: Brass base with silver/white metal central badge
- Period: 19th C (Rhodesian era, aligned with 1953-1979 INTAAF issues)
- Provenance: South African market, documented
- Condition: Very good vintage condition; no major damage, original chain intact
- Dimensions: 152mm x 110mm (gorget plate); chain length approx. 40cm
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Antique Rhodesian Headman’s Gorget (c. 1960–1980)
- Material: Brass base with silver/white metal central badge
- Period: 19th C (Rhodesian era, aligned with 1953-1979 INTAAF issues)
- Provenance: South African market, documented
- Condition: Very good vintage condition; no major damage, original chain intact
- Dimensions: 152mm x 110mm (gorget plate); chain length approx. 40cm
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Imperial Rhodesian Chief’s Gorget (1920–1953)
- Material: Brass base with silver/white metal central badge
- Period: Circa 1920s-1950s
- Provenance: South African market, documented
- Condition: Very good vintage condition; no major damage, original chain intact
- Dimensions: 152mm x 110mm (gorget plate); chain length approx. 40cm
