Indian Mughal Short Sword HORN GRIP & Ribbed Guard
Single edged blade shows heavy salt and pepper spotting and oxidation with scalloped linear engravings at the forte. Horn grip scales are pinned through the tang. Forged iron D-guard features recurved scrolled terminals with a deep dark patina. Leather wrapped wood scabbard exhibits heavy shrinkage and surface loss at the throat and surface oxidized iron chape. Length 30.5 inches, blade length 23.5 inches.
Single edged blade shows heavy salt and pepper spotting and oxidation with scalloped linear engravings at the forte. Horn grip scales are pinned through the tang. Forged iron D-guard features recurved scrolled terminals with a deep dark patina. Leather wrapped wood scabbard exhibits heavy shrinkage and surface loss at the throat and surface oxidized iron chape. Length 30.5 inches, blade length 23.5 inches.