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A massive example with polished horn grips and steel bosses, the straight, double-edged blade with central ridge to each side, and a shallow panel at the forte with finely-engraved vinework, signed in Arabic, BAZALAI. In its velvet-covered wooden scabbard with large silver mounts finely embossed and engraved with silver mounts. Mid-19th century. Bazalai Chilla was perhaps the most famous smith in the Caucasus. He was well-known to men as diverse as Shamil of Daghestan and French author Alexandre Dumas (Pere.) Minor wear. Overall length 53.5cm/ 21.05". Condition II
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A LARGE CAUCASIAN BAZALAI KINDJAL DAGGER
Estimate $1,500 - $1,800
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$750
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AUCTIONS IMPERIAL MAY 2024 ARMS AND ARMOR
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