AN OTTOMAN KILIC SWORD
Of classic form, the grips of dark horn with characteristic rolled pommel. The mounts of brass, the robust blade with evidence of pattern-welded damascus steel forging. In its leather-covered wooden scabbard mounted en suite with the hilt. First half of the 19th century. Well worn overall. Overall length 89.5cm. Condition III
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Of classic form, the grips of dark horn with characteristic rolled pommel. The mounts of brass, the robust blade with evidence of pattern-welded damascus steel forging. In its leather-covered wooden scabbard mounted en suite with the hilt. First half of the 19th century. Well worn overall. Overall length 89.5cm. Condition III