This spear is probably early 19 C. or earlier, Indian origin. The very narrow blade has a relatively wide central rib and acute tip. It is 5 1/2 inches long with a 7 inches socket. Tail is steel, 19 inches long. Traces of gilding on both the blade and the tail. Wood haft. Total length 80 inches. Very good condition. Losses to the gilding. (Because of its length, shipment is possible only with Fedex, UPS or a similar courier).