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Choice Indian khanjarli with scabbard of late 18th/early 19th…
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Sydney
Date:
24-Oct-2015
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Choice Indian khanjarli with scabbard of late 18th/early 19th century date, approx 35 cm overall with 25 cm recurved blade of finely watered steel forged with complex fullering and central ridge. The ricasso, guard and knuckle bow, which has a dragon's head terminal, overlaid with gold. Ivory grip scales and pommel set with gilt brass. See 'Islamic and Oriental Arms and Armour. A Lifetime's Passion' by R.Hales, plate 1 for an almost identical example.
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Militaria & Weapons: Edged Weapons