Exceptional Turkish bichaq with scabbard of 19th century date, 35 cm overall with 22 cm single edged blade of traditional form with finely grooved back, floral engraving on one face with a short Arabic inscription. Silver mounted hilt with usual ivory grip scales with ivory mounted tweezers in the pommel as is correct. Heavy silver scabbard with highest quality embossed decoration incorporating a townscape, mythical animals in combat, stand of arms, etc. Complete with original elaborate silver chains.