56cm single edge blade cut with a pair of narrow fullers with gold damascened inscription (not read) dated AH1226 (=1811AD), gilt silver mounts with extensive filigree decoration, two-piece carved walrus tusk grips, contained in its black leather scabbard with silver mouthpiece. Some patches of moderate pitting to blade.
See 'The Arms of Greece' R. Elgood, pl.162 for very similar hilt.
Sold for £720
56cm single edge blade cut with a pair of narrow fullers with gold damascened inscription (not read) dated AH1226 (=1811AD), gilt silver mounts with extensive filigree decoration, two-piece carved walrus tusk grips, contained in its black leather scabbard with silver mouthpiece. Some patches of moderate pitting to blade.
See 'The Arms of Greece' R. Elgood, pl.162 for very similar hilt.
Auction: AUTUMN VIRTUAL FINE ANTIQUE ARMS & ARMOUR AUCTION, 14th Nov, 2023
FINE ANTIQUE ARMS & ARMOUR
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