A SRI LANKAN PIHA KAETTA DAGGER
Of characteristic form, the intricately-carved ebony grip with applied profiled plaques. The forte engraved en suite, the heavy, single-edged blade inlaid with silver . In its rare, carved wooden scabbard with long silver locket and matching stylus intact. Mid-19th century. Worn, pommel cap and stylus lacking. Overall length 29.5cm. Condition III
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Of characteristic form, the intricately-carved ebony grip with applied profiled plaques. The forte engraved en suite, the heavy, single-edged blade inlaid with silver . In its rare, carved wooden scabbard with long silver locket and matching stylus intact. Mid-19th century. Worn, pommel cap and stylus lacking. Overall length 29.5cm. Condition III