PAIR OF 19TH C. YACOMA DUAL-SIDED KNIFES, CONGO

Origin: Dem. Rep. of Congo, Yacoma People     (Provenance: In February we purchased a 350+ piece collection of African and Oceanic Weapons from an English Gentlemen in Suffolk UK.  These old "dual-side knives" are among a small group of quality pieces we've held back specifically for our website clients)

Period/Date: 19th century

Materials:  Iron, wood, copper

Description:  These fine quality knives look great as a pair and each is presented on a custom bronze-tone display stand.  Knife "A" with rounded head is in good condition except for some minor loss and rubbing around he wood pommel. 

Dimensions:  KNIFE "A" Height 13.5"  (34.5 cm), Width 3 3/8"  (8.5 cm), KNIFE "B" Height 14 3/8"  (37 cm), Width 4"  (10cm).  Knife "B" shows it was actually used in a battle as seen by the metal-on-metal impact ding on the upper left region of the blade.  Its handle is beautifully wrapped with copper wire.  Note how the base of the pommel has a beautiful "twist" pattern.   Sold individually or as a pair for $1400

Reduced Price KNIFE "A": $500       Currency Conversion    FREE SHIPPING With (Buy Now) Feature!

Reduced Price KNIFE "B": $600       Currency Conversion    FREE SHIPPING With (Buy Now) Feature!

KNIFE "A"

KNIFE "B"