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Democratic Republic of Congo, c.1900, Tribal Sword (Mongo/Konda)

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SKU: RQMIGXBEO_3353213348 (ref. no.)

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SKU: RQMIGXBEO_3353213348 Category: Tribal Tags: (Mongo/Konda),, c.1900,, Congo, Democratic, Of, Republic, Sword, Tribal
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*Democratic Republic of Congo, c.1900, Tribal Sword (Mongo/Konda)*

An early 20th-century African tribal sword attributed to the Mongo/Konda (Kundu) peoples of the Congo basin (modern Democratic Republic of Congo). The sword has a double-edged iron blade, 35.5 cm long, with deeply incised geometric decoration along its central section. The wooden grip is reinforced with copper alloy sheeting and binding, riveted in place, and terminates in a broad flared pommel with three domed rivets to the tang end. Overall length 50 cm.

Historical Note:
Prestige swords of this type were produced by Mongo/Konda smiths at the turn of the 20th century. They served both as functional sidearms and, more importantly, as symbols of wealth and authority. Copper was highly valued as currency and ornament, making the copper wrappings on the grip a sign of status. The wide, flaring pommel is a distinctive feature of this cultural group’s sword types and would have been prominently displayed in ceremonies and as a badge of rank.

*Condition*
The blade has a mottled grey patina with areas of surface pitting, but the incised geometric decoration remains clear and attractive. Copper and iron fittings are intact with good aged colour and minor verdigris. The grip is firm, showing a rich old patina. The disc pommel, however, has several significant chips and losses around the edge, which detract from its symmetry. Despite this, the sword remains structurally sound and displays well as an ethnographic piece. Please see photographs as part of the condition report.

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