Lot 10:
AN AFGHAN LOHAR FOLDING AXE
Sold for: $200
Description
The forged steel head decorated and profiled, the brass haft with file work, terminating in a handle with bone grips and horn pommel, original nickeled finish intact. 20th century. Light wear overall. The folding lohar was easily concealed yet quickly flicked open at need. It saw sustained use against British mounted units during the Afghan Wars. Overall length 32.5cm/ 12 7/8?. Condition II
Share this lot:
