Lot 286:
A YEMENI KARABELA SABER SWORD
Sold for: $750
Description
The grip of characteristic form, carved of a rare, fibrous horn set with silver studs overall, the guard of engraved silver. The lightly-curved blade Ottoman, with yelman or raised back edge and central fuller, wrought of wootz visible in spots. In its wooden scabbard with elaborately engraved silver mounts. 19th century. Minor wear. Overall length 95.9cm. Condition II
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