An Indian karud with stone-studded grip scales, 19th century, Slightly curved blade of fine wootz Damascus with reinforced back and edge. Copper grip frame embossed with floral ornaments and coated with remnants of gilding. Riveted glass grip scales richly studded with polished stones amidst tendril decoration (flaws). Velvet-covered wooden scabbard with gilt copper fittings punched with floral ornaments. Length 46 cm. historic, historical 19th century, Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available

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Keywords: 19th, century, curved, grip, indian, karud, scales, slightly, stone-studded