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A massive example, with symmetrical staghorn grip with flared and stepped bolsters, the curved, double-edged blades etched overall with pious Arabic inscriptions. A type commonly used by the Samaniyya Sufis under Mahdi Muhammad Ahmad. Last quarter of the 19th century. Minor pitting. Overall length 67.8 cm / 26 3/4". Condition III

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AUCTIONS IMPERIAL MAY 2024 ARMS AND ARMOR

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