Lot 107: Ethiopian Battle Swords

Estimate: $250 – $400

Two Ethiopian 19th/20th c. Abyssinian (formerly Ethiopia), double-edged battle swords, one 26″, the other 21 1/2″, curved diamond section double-edged blade with wooden hilt. Designed to strike over or around a shield, armor, or horse mounted soldiers from either direction. Original wood handles, no scabbards. Blades lightly rusted.