"Takouba Sword - Takoba - Touareg"
"Takouba" or "Takoba" sword - TOUAREG These straight swords with a cross handle are specific to the Sahelo-Saharan Tuaregs who live in southern Algeria, northern Niger and Mali: each adult wears a takouba which he does not never separates. Many choreographies called "sword dances" are based on simulations of close quarters combat. Beautiful work of forge and leatherwork. Materials: leather, brass for the handle and the scabbard; steel for the blade. Mid 20th century - Condition of use. A meatel ring is missing to ensure the attachment to the belt Total length: 94 cm approx. Blade only: 78cm approx. 
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