Lot 242:
A PERSIAN SHAMSHIR SWORD
Sold for: $1,000
Description
The antler grips and guard of characteristic form. The fine, broad blade of moderate curvature with elegant taper toward the tip, forged of very fine Persian black wootz with visible hardened edge. In its leather-covered wooden scabbard. Late18th-19th century. Guard and pommel rusted. Overall length 93.5cm. Condition III
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