A late 19th century South African spear, the base of the shaft of the spear-head decorated with 'rope' wirework, 131cm long
Part of a Herefordshire Country House EstateFootnote: By repute found on one of the battlefields in South Africa, before the Boer war, by one of the forebears of the vendor. Thence by descent.Condition report: Minor damage, including minor chips, dents and scratches, consistent with age and use.