Lot 173

Zulu Nation, South African Umkhonto Throwing Spear

Estimate: $300 - $600

Bid Increments

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$0 $5
$50 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$25,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000
Featured in this lot is this Zulu Nation, South African Umkhonto throwing spear. The spearhead shows leaf-like construction with a forged steel shaft tang and a long haft; the blade is covered by a leather sheath. This throwing spear is also known as an assegai, a pole weapon used for throwing that is usually a light spear or javelin made up of a wooden handle and an iron tip. Ulu is a nation of Nguni-speaking people in KwaZulu-Natal province, South Africa. The condition of this throwing spear is good, showing no obvious signs of damage. The measurements of this spear are 61" x 2 1/4", with a blade length of 33".