Rare 16th-18th C. Russian Tatar SHAMSHIR KARABELA Sword
Rare 17th-18th C. Russian Tatar SHAMSHIR KARABELA Sword. Seldom encountered saber used by the Tatarstan warriors of the Siberian regions of Russian Empire, with a broad fullered blade and iron mounted hilt having sting-ray skin grip with brass tack rivet caps. Early example, could be as old as 16th century to 18th century era. Total Length : 32 1/2" Blade Length : 27 1/2".
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Rare 17th-18th C. Russian Tatar SHAMSHIR KARABELA Sword. Seldom encountered saber used by the Tatarstan warriors of the Siberian regions of Russian Empire, with a broad fullered blade and iron mounted hilt having sting-ray skin grip with brass tack rivet caps. Early example, could be as old as 16th century to 18th century era. Total Length : 32 1/2" Blade Length : 27 1/2".