An Indian gold-inlaid chilanum,17th century Curved blade with fine grooves on both sides and a reinforced point. The base of the blade is cut with arabesque shapes and bears inlays of gold in two-colours. Finely cut iron knuckle-bow hilt with decorative gold inlay en suite,and with fire gilding on the upper and lower sides. Inlay somewhat rubbed in places. Length cm. Beautiful condition for an object from the 17th century,historic,historical,,17th century,thrusting,thrustings,hand weapon,hand weapons,melee weapon,melee weapons,handheld,blade,,Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available

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