Bidspirit auction | Zulu shield, stabbing spear and

Zulu shield, stabbing spear and a ball club collection. Measurements shield - 38 inches long appx, spear - 54 inches long appx, ball club - 42 inches long appx. The Zulu War book by Michael Barthorp and 3 Zulu War postcards, Photo of Michale Caine from the movie Zulu 1964, newspaper cutouts and a letter regarding the history of the collection. Zulu shields were originally used in battle. However, in our modern times they are mainly used for traditional Zulu ceremonies, such as weddings and funerals. Zulu Shield were mainly used for protection. The Zulu war-shield could be tall enough to cover the owner's body and it is in an oval shape that can withstand any spear from penetrating it. Formal training was not in use until King Shaka Zulu took over the Mthetwa army and revolutionized the Zulu weapons. Good Condition. All autographs come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99