Sudanese War of 1885 (Mahdist War) period. A British soldier brought back, typically removed from the haft as soldiers were restricted in the amount of gear they could bring back or ship. 12 3/4” length, well forged with medially ridged brutally barbed point over a pair of matching reverse barbs intended to stop the thrust and allow removal of the spear from the victim. Opened seam conical socket. Specifically designed and passionately forged to thrust into a British Red Coat.
