Chinese Eight Banner Spear | Iron Blade with Natural Wood Shaft | Qing Dynasty | Circa 18th Century

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Formerly held in a private collection in Hollywood, California, USA.

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Chinese iron spearhead from the Qing Dynasty, 18th century, featuring a broad leaf-shaped blade, socketed base, square stopper, and natural wood shaft. Elite Eight Banners military weapon with patina from age and use, reflecting Qing martial traditions, tactical design, and imperial warrior culture.
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  • Chinese iron spearhead from the Qing Dynasty, 18th century, featuring a broad leaf-shaped blade, socketed base, square stopper, and natural wood shaft. Elite Eight Banners military weapon with patina from age and use, reflecting Qing martial traditions, tactical design, and imperial warrior culture.
  • Video showing multiple angles of an 18th-century Qing Dynasty Chinese iron spearhead with a broad leaf-shaped blade, socketed base and aged patina
  • 18th-century Qing Dynasty Chinese iron spearhead with broad leaf-shaped blade and socketed base
  • Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty spearhead with forged iron blade and aged surface patina
  • Historic Chinese iron spearhead from the Qing Dynasty, 18th century, with leaf-shaped blade
  • Side view of antique Qing Dynasty spearhead showing broad iron blade and tapered socket
  • 18th-century Chinese military spearhead with symmetrical leaf-form blade and natural aged patina
  • Qing Dynasty iron polearm spearhead with socketed base, attributed to 18th-century China
  • Close view of antique Chinese spearhead showing forged iron blade, stopper and socket construction
  • Historic Eight Banners style Chinese spearhead with broad iron blade from the Qing Dynasty
Chinese iron spearhead from the Qing Dynasty, 18th century, featuring a broad leaf-shaped blade, socketed base, square stopper, and natural wood shaft. Elite Eight Banners military weapon with patina from age and use, reflecting Qing martial traditions, tactical design, and imperial warrior culture.
Video showing multiple angles of an 18th-century Qing Dynasty Chinese iron spearhead with a broad leaf-shaped blade, socketed base and aged patina
18th-century Qing Dynasty Chinese iron spearhead with broad leaf-shaped blade and socketed base
Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty spearhead with forged iron blade and aged surface patina
Historic Chinese iron spearhead from the Qing Dynasty, 18th century, with leaf-shaped blade
Side view of antique Qing Dynasty spearhead showing broad iron blade and tapered socket
18th-century Chinese military spearhead with symmetrical leaf-form blade and natural aged patina
Qing Dynasty iron polearm spearhead with socketed base, attributed to 18th-century China
Close view of antique Chinese spearhead showing forged iron blade, stopper and socket construction
Historic Eight Banners style Chinese spearhead with broad iron blade from the Qing Dynasty
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Chinese Eight Banner Spear | Iron Blade with Natural Wood Shaft | Qing Dynasty | Circa 18th Century

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Historical Context & Origin

Region: China
Material: Iron with natural wood shaft
Period: Qing Dynasty, 18th century (1644–1912)

Description

This finely crafted Chinese iron spearhead, dating to the Qing Dynasty, exemplifies the martial traditions of the Manchu and Mongol troops of the elite Eight Banners army. The weapon features a broad leaf-shaped blade designed for both thrusting and cutting, with a socketed base for secure attachment to a wooden shaft. The natural wood shaft, unadorned and practical, reflects the utilitarian military focus of Eight Banner equipment, while a square “stopper” at the base of the blade provided an innovative tactical advantage by keeping enemies at bay.

Features

- Leaf-shaped iron blade for versatile combat use

- Socketed base for secure shaft attachment

- Square stopper below blade to maintain distance from opponents

- Natural wood shaft, consistent with traditional Eight Banner spears

- Rich surface patina from age and use

Cultural Significance

Spearheads such as this were essential weapons of the Eight Banners, the elite hereditary army that formed the foundation of Qing military power. Unlike the Green Standard Army, Eight Banner troops were armed with larger, more imposing spears to reinforce their dominance in the field. These weapons symbolized both martial strength and imperial control, serving in battle, garrison duty, and as emblems of the Manchu warrior tradition. The Chinese word qiāng (槍) encompassed both spear and lance, reflecting the versatility of such polearms in mounted and foot combat alike.

Condition

Excellent antique condition with well-preserved blade form, socket, and shaft. Natural patina and wear are consistent with age and authentic battlefield use.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Length: 12.75 in

Age (Approximate)

113–325 years old

Provenance 

Formerly held in a private collection in Hollywood, California, USA.

Learn More

Study the Qing Dynasty through the National Museum of Asian Art

Read about The Earliest Spearheads in Human History in Archaeology Magazine

Browse our Collection of Historic Spearheads

Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: China
Material: Iron with natural wood shaft
Period: Qing Dynasty, 18th century (1644–1912)

Description

This finely crafted Chinese iron spearhead, dating to the Qing Dynasty, exemplifies the martial traditions of the Manchu and Mongol troops of the elite Eight Banners army. The weapon features a broad leaf-shaped blade designed for both thrusting and cutting, with a socketed base for secure attachment to a wooden shaft. The natural wood shaft, unadorned and practical, reflects the utilitarian military focus of Eight Banner equipment, while a square “stopper” at the base of the blade provided an innovative tactical advantage by keeping enemies at bay.

Features

- Leaf-shaped iron blade for versatile combat use

- Socketed base for secure shaft attachment

- Square stopper below blade to maintain distance from opponents

- Natural wood shaft, consistent with traditional Eight Banner spears

- Rich surface patina from age and use

Cultural Significance

Spearheads such as this were essential weapons of the Eight Banners, the elite hereditary army that formed the foundation of Qing military power. Unlike the Green Standard Army, Eight Banner troops were armed with larger, more imposing spears to reinforce their dominance in the field. These weapons symbolized both martial strength and imperial control, serving in battle, garrison duty, and as emblems of the Manchu warrior tradition. The Chinese word qiāng (槍) encompassed both spear and lance, reflecting the versatility of such polearms in mounted and foot combat alike.

Condition

Excellent antique condition with well-preserved blade form, socket, and shaft. Natural patina and wear are consistent with age and authentic battlefield use.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Length: 12.75 in

Age (Approximate)

113–325 years old

Provenance 

Formerly held in a private collection in Hollywood, California, USA.

Learn More

Study the Qing Dynasty through the National Museum of Asian Art

Read about The Earliest Spearheads in Human History in Archaeology Magazine

Browse our Collection of Historic Spearheads

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