Null Three Chinese jian, 19th and 20th century 
Each with heavy, straight, ridge…
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Three Chinese jian, 19th and 20th century Each with heavy, straight, ridged blades, one blade of wild damascus, one blade with seven brass star inlays on both sides (cleaned and with traces of corrosion). Typically shaped hilts of brass or copper in relief, the grips of fluted wood, with wire winding or black lacquer mountings. Scabbards covered with textile or tortoiseshell or lacquered. Varying signs of age and use. Length 58, 88 and 106 cm. Condition: II -

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Three Chinese jian, 19th and 20th century Each with heavy, straight, ridged blades, one blade of wild damascus, one blade with seven brass star inlays on both sides (cleaned and with traces of corrosion). Typically shaped hilts of brass or copper in relief, the grips of fluted wood, with wire winding or black lacquer mountings. Scabbards covered with textile or tortoiseshell or lacquered. Varying signs of age and use. Length 58, 88 and 106 cm. Condition: II -

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