Iron Spear

Flared blade that tapers like a long, stern exclamation.

This spear dates to the 20th century. It is iron & wood. Blacksmiths forged the iron blade or point, then fitted it to a shaft of hardwood, a combination found in many regions of Africa and Asia. Long, tapering metal blade, wide and flat at the top and narrowing to a slim, straight point. The surface is pitted and rust brown, with scattered tan and orange patches. The upper edge is slightly uneven and worn. It is 2 inches wide and 71 high.

Pitted, patient and still pointed in the right direction.