Lot 69:
A RARE BHUTANESE SWORD
Description
A rare example, the carved ebony hilt of characteristic form with bands of silver wire wrap to grip, the single-edged, handforged blade straight, broad, and thick, with ogival tip. Retains its carved wooden scabbard with elaborately filigreed silver mounts set with turquoises and corals. Mid-18th-early 19th century. Minor wear and losses. Overall length 62.6cm./ 24 ¾ inches. Condition II
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