** 20th Century: Italian Somaliland / Eritrean Gile Afar Dagger w/ Scabbard (47cm).**

** 20th Century: Italian Somaliland / Eritrean Gile Afar Dagger w/ Scabbard (47cm).**

This piece remains in a GOOD, USED CONDITION- Blade appears to be  complete & retains a cutting edge. Wooden handle with Brass Pommel will display signs of age-related surface wear. Scabbard is included. ** ITEMS ARE SECOND-HAND AND HAVE BEEN SUBJECT TO HANDLING/ SURFACE WEAR.**

** INSPECT PICTURES CAREFULLY AS THEY FORM AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE DESCRIPTION.**

** SOLD 'AS IS' **   ** BLADE IS EXCEPTIONALLY SHARP & MUST BE HANDLED WITH CAUTION.**

** ITEMS ARE +/- 75 YEARS OLD & INTENDED FOR DISPLAY PURPOSES ONLY ! **

ORIGIN : Italian Somaliland (Somalia) / Eritrea

COMPOSITION: Carbon Steel &  Wood

DIMENSIONS:  47 cm ( w/ Scabbard) - 45 cm (w/o Scabbard).

YEAR : 1930 - 

An EXCELLENT example of a RARE , 20th Century Italian Somaliland / Eritrean Gile Afar Tribal Dagger with Leather Scabbard. This piece remains in a well-preserved state, displaying appropriate signs of handling due to age and general usage. The Gile or Jile is a Large Dagger employed by Nomadic Warriors of various Tribal nations in the Horn of Africa region (Somalia, Ethiopia, Eritrea etc ). This weapon is characterized by its distinctive curved double-edge blade and is exceptionally sharp. 

The Gile has become a symbol of Tradition in modern times, having previously been employed during Warfare and Tribal disputes. Ornamentation such as the enlarged Brass Pommel & Copper wire chape - indicate social status and are considered symbols of virility.

An ideal addition to any 20th Century African Tribal Dagger / Weapons collection or display- for the enthusiast seeking a unique period piece for their assortment.

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