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A FINE OTTOMAN MAIL ARMOR COAT

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Start price: $350

Estimated price: $700 - $900

Buyer's Premium: 24.9%

Description

A quality armor which retains its original collar, the whole finely wrought of riveted and fused rings, each ring approximately 7mm in diameter. The elbow-length sleeves with squared terminals. Falling almost to the knees, with obverse and reverse vents to facilitate mounting and riding, a characteristic often found on coats of mail which saw use during the Sudanese Uprising under Ahmad al Mahdi (1844-1885.) Early 17th century. Very minor wear and losses to rings. Overall length from nape to hem 89cm./ 35 inches. Condition III STAND NOT INCLUDED