Very rare Indian serpentine sword, "Nagan", Hyderabad, 17th-18th century.
Very rare Indian serpentine sword, "Nagan", Hyderabad, 17th-18th century.
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Description
Very rare Indian serpentine sword, "Nagan", Hyderabad, 17th-18th century. The ceremonial sword is shaped like a snake and has serrated edges ending in Cobra Head towards the Point. The iron hilt is like a khanda sword. Ceremonial swords such as this symbolized power and military prowess of the Princely State of Hyderabad. A very high level collector's item.
Height: 94 cm;
Condition
Good condition
Dimensions
Height 94 cm / 37 in
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Very rare Indian serpentine sword, "Nagan", Hyderabad, 17th-18th century.
Item details
Description
Very rare Indian serpentine sword, "Nagan", Hyderabad, 17th-18th century. The ceremonial sword is shaped like a snake and has serrated edges ending in Cobra Head towards the Point. The iron hilt is like a khanda sword. Ceremonial swords such as this symbolized power and military prowess of the Princely State of Hyderabad. A very high level collector's item.
Height: 94 cm;
Condition
Good condition
Dimensions
Height 94 cm / 37 in
