A Cretan silver mounted yatagan with wootz blade, late 18th century
Blade of fine wootz Damascus steel, slightly curved at the tip with a cut back. Florally cut and pierced silver blade mounting with an ornamentally hammered hilt. The two-piece silver scabbard chased in relief with floral motifs on both sides, with a monster head at the chape. Suspended silver chain. Fine workmanship and condition. Length: 54 cm.
Condition: I - II
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Blade of fine wootz Damascus steel, slightly curved at the tip with a cut back. Florally cut and pierced silver blade mounting with an ornamentally hammered hilt. The two-piece silver scabbard chased in relief with floral motifs on both sides, with a monster head at the chape. Suspended silver chain. Fine workmanship and condition. Length: 54 cm.
Condition: I - II
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Time, Location
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