Very good antique islamic taureg takouba (takoba , takuba) sword. 
North africa, circa 19th - early 20th century. 
Locally made hand forged very sharp blade.
Blade is marked on both sides.
Iron grip with oval disk pommel. 
Iron, copper and brass square pyramid at the top of pommel. 
Leather wrapped handguard and grip.
No scabbard. 
  Size:
About 38 3/8 in. (97.5 cm) long.   
Blade is about 32 3/4 in. (83.2 cm) long.
  Condition:
Very good original antique uncleaned condition, shows honest field wear and charming indication of age. 
Period sharpening marks on blade.
Some dark spots to hilt - should clean up nicely. 
Some losses to leather.
Minor separation at the side of disk pommel - doesn't affect overall appearance or functionality (last picture).
 Wonderful 100% original antique example of islamic african weapons.