Lot 215:
A SYRIAN SHAMSHIR SWORD
Description
A robust example, with polished horn grips and brass guard with engraved motifs. The massive heirloom blade broad and moderately curved, wrought of fine Persian black wootz in a superb Ladder pattern. In its leather-covered wooden scabbard with brass mounts en suite with the hilt. 18th-19th century. Wear to mounts. Overall length 86cm./ 33 7/8 inches. Condition III
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