100 - A LARGE PERSIAN AZERBAIJAN CAUCASIAN KINDJAL DAGGER WITH GOLD INLAY, 19TH CENTURY

A LARGE PERSIAN AZERBAIJAN CAUCASIAN KINDJAL DAGGER WITH GOLD INLAY, 19TH CENTURY A large Caucasian kindjal dagger of characteristic form, with its blade decorated to one side with brilliant gold damascene in traditional Islamic style. The hilt is comprised of two horn grip scales set around a tang with foliate gold damascene. The blade is kept within a black leather scabbard set with a gilt mount and retaining its original belt. Washers under the rivets are made of Persian coins. Southern Caucasus, 19th century. Dimensions: L: 26 3/8 in., (67 cm.) Condition: Blade is pitted. Gold inlay at the forte with some minor loss along the mid-rib. Scabbard missing its tip. Carved horn hilt is in fine condition. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All statements contained in the catalog, condition reports, invoices, advertisements, or elsewhere concerning the authorship, attribution, origin, date, age, period, culture, source, provenance, authenticity, genuineness, condition, rarity, importance, or value of any lot are statements of opinion only and shall not be construed as representations, warranties, or statements of fact. All lots are sold "as-is", refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not offer in-house shipping. We will provide a list of recommended shippers upon request.