A Cretan silver-mounted yatagan, 19th century
Slightly curved, single-edged blade with a smith mark on the quarte. Florally chased silver blade mount; the two horn grip plates on the (partially damaged) pommel decorated with silver rivets. Cannelated carved, wire-sewn, leather-covered wooden scabbard with locket and chape of tin. Length 83 cm.
Condition: II -
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Slightly curved, single-edged blade with a smith mark on the quarte. Florally chased silver blade mount; the two horn grip plates on the (partially damaged) pommel decorated with silver rivets. Cannelated carved, wire-sewn, leather-covered wooden scabbard with locket and chape of tin. Length 83 cm.
Condition: II -