A nimcha, Morocco/North Africa, 2nd half of the 17th century Heavy curved blade, with three grooves on both sides. Fullered back of the blade. Pseudo-European blade marks on each side. Brass quillons and knuckle-bow with fine geometric decoration. Tortoise shell grip of characteristical shape set with silver also displaying geometric decoration. The blade is slightly stained. Grip shows traces of wear and very minor insect damage. Length 70 cm. Unusual early example of this type of weapon. Cf. Islamiske Vaben I dansk privateje, Copenhagen 1982, p. 102 f. histor,

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