Two Ottoman yatagans, 19th century
Curved blades, one example with a stout back and white metal inlays on both sides. The other blade with traces of original silver damascening. Ferrules likewise of white metal. One yatagan with wooden scales, the other with leather-wrapped horn scales. The yatagan with broad blade back in a wooden scabbard (several chips), fittings of iron. Length 71.5 and 79.5 cm.
Condition: II - III
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Curved blades, one example with a stout back and white metal inlays on both sides. The other blade with traces of original silver damascening. Ferrules likewise of white metal. One yatagan with wooden scales, the other with leather-wrapped horn scales. The yatagan with broad blade back in a wooden scabbard (several chips), fittings of iron. Length 71.5 and 79.5 cm.
Condition: II - III