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Zulu ‘Selepe’ Battle Axe
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Almost certainly a British Soldier's "bring back" this is totally original to the period. ZULU war axe traditionally referred to as a "selepe" carried in the left hand behind the cowhide shield, the short stabbing iklwa spear was carried in the right hand.Unique in style this Zulu battle-axe has typical Zulu cross hatching decoration to the iron shaft behind the cutting edge. Shaft is made of African hardwood with a good, dark aged patina. A Classic, unique design, ZULU weapon from the time of their greatest victory and final defeat in 1879.
DateLate Victorian :
1840
DimensionsLength Of Shaft: 98cm
Height Of Axehead: 22.5cm
Width Of Axehead: 5cm
Crossbar: 11cm
ConditionVery good dark age patina head firm in shaft
Codeas1209a036 / Zulu axe
Price SOLD £375.00
StatusSold
SellerSmiths Arms and Armour
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