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North African Kabyle Berber Flyssa Dagger with Cowrie Decoration for your consideration. The sheathed dagger is long, measuring approx. 17 … Read more North African Kabyle Berber Flyssa Dagger with Cowrie Decoration for your consideration. The sheathed dagger is long, measuring approx. 17 inches from tip to handle, 2 inches wide and 1 1/4 inches thick. Blade measures approx. 11 inches long. North Africa, likely Algerian, 20th Century or possibly earlier. Hand crafted. Sheath and handle are constructed with cowrie shell covered wood. The steel curved blade has decorative etched design on both sides. Overall, good vintage condition. Shows wear commensurate with age and use. A few small areas of missing shells and point of blade protrudes through the tip of the sheath. See photos. Displays impressive! See less
- Dimensions
- 2ʺW × 1.25ʺD × 17ʺH
- Styles
- African
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Shell
- Steel
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Overall, good vintage condition. Shows wear commensurate with age and use. A few small areas of missing shells and point … moreOverall, good vintage condition. Shows wear commensurate with age and use. A few small areas of missing shells and point of blade protrudes through the tip of the sheath. less
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