An Indian karud with glass grip scales, Gujarat, 19th century A slightly curved blade with a T-shaped reinforced back. Gilt copper grip frame embossed with floral and geometric patterns, and with riveted grip scales of violet-coloured glass (crack on one side). Velvet-covered wooden scabbard with gilt copper mountings embossed en suite. Gilding somewhat rubbed. Length 39 cm. historic, historical, 19th century, thrusting, thrustings, hand weapon, hand weapons, melee weapon, melee weapons, handheld, blade, blades, weapon, arms, weapons, arms, object, objects, sti,

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