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204 - AN OTTOMAN SHAMSHIR WITH DAMASCUS BLADE, 18-19TH CC.
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AN OTTOMAN SHAMSHIR WITH DAMASCUS BLADE, 18-19TH CC. A Turkish shamshir of characteristic form with a curved, single-edged Damascus steel blade and a grip of carved horn. The scabbard is made of two woodned scales covered in stitched shagreen black leather with silver mounts. Ottoman Empire (Turkey), 19th century. Dimensions: L: 38 1/2 in., (98 cm.) Condition: Blade may need to be cleaned. Traces of rust towards tip of the blade. One quillon with a crack. One grip scale with a large chip. Scabbard retains most of its original leather. Bottom scabbard mount with oxidation and a crack. 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.
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