A South African Northern Nguni rhinoceros horn knobkerrie (1800 to 1900 South Africa)

Rhino horn and Brass

43.00cm high (16.93 inches high)

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Used as symbols of high rank and status rhinoceros horn clubs have
always been highly prized. Reserved for the use of chiefs, presumably a
high-ranking colonial army officer adapted this one for his own use
with a brass loop at the end so that it could be worn on his belt.

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A South African Northern Nguni rhinoceros horn knobkerrie


19th CENTURY





Size: 43cm long