Antique ceremonial axe made of copper and iron of the Songye with a marked shape of the blade.  The wooden handle is covered with thick copper sheet, the iron blade is forged by hand and has 1 large head on each side  Late 19th to early 20th century - In good condition.  Dimensions: length handle 43 cm, very heavy iron blade 21 x 21.5 cm, blade thickness 3 cm, total weight 695 grams  This prestigious axes were often used as a method of payment in transactions and trade.  Provenance - Old Belgian collection of tribal weapons  Will be sent by registered mail.