Tuareg Sword Takuba 19th century

Broad, straight 34 inch double edged blade with rudimentary fuller above the hilt. Cruciform iron hilt, the rectangular guard with brass reinforcements on either side; faceted tubular steel grip with integral pommel.

Condition: Mottled grey metal showing wear and areas of pitting; pommel badly dented.

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