An Indian bronze temple-sword, Tanjore, 12th - 14th century,. Single-edged blade of bronze with three ridges and an offset double-edged point. On the reinforced back ten rings with two remaining, decorative pendants. Riveted grip ferrule with rectangular guards decorated in relief. Cylindrical grip with square pommel and baluster-shaped finial. Black-green patina, the blade with several old repairs, minor flaws. Length cm. Cf. Robert Elgood, Hindu Arms and Armor from India, 1400 - 1865, Chicago 2004, p. 76, with a similar sword from the 12th century. histo,

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