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Large, straight, double-edged blade (pitting) of almost flat section, with remains of damask, two slightly off-centre grooves on each side, featuring a deep, gold-plated stamp of the blacksmith; dark horn grip, decorated with two silver filigree rosettes enriched by flowers having cabochon corals petals (two missing). Wooden scabbard party covered with green leather; outlined, iron chape, brass cusp and curled margin; a iron band, featuring gold-plated stamps.

Caucasia, early 19th Century
length 65,5 cm.
Conditions: good