Spear

A long spear, with an iron point, and a wooden handle. The end of the handle is decorated with a small bulb. It is thought to have belonged to a warrior called Reka in Mabonkai, Bombali district. He died in 1925. The spear was sold to the museum by Reka's grandson.

Further Information

• Type: Weapons, armour
• Object: Spear
• Materials: Wood
• Culture Group: Other
• Dimensions: 1447mm [L]
• Production Date: Pre 1925
• Associated Places: Mabonkai, Bombali District.
• Associated People: Mr. Momoh Kabba, Freetown (Trader); Reka (Previous owner)
• Museum: Sierra Leone National Museum
• Accession Number: SLNM.1974.01.02

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