Bidspirit auction | Sudanese Kaskara Sword

Sudanese Kaskara Sword - Stright broad blade edged on both sides is very attractive – etched with panels of Sudanese Arabic calligraphy which generally are believed to embue the sword with magical properties. The crosspiece of this sword is of iron. Leather wound grip and leather pommel. Woden scabbard with leather cover (damaged). Sudan or Chad, 19th century, length 104 cm. Condition 2