A chiselled Persian pesh kabz,circa 1800 Slightly curved T-back blade of wootz Damascus with a central rib and reinforced edge and back. Chiselled floral decoration on both sides of the ferrule as well as at the base of the blade with vase-shaped gold inlays. Wootz Damascus grip frame(exterior somewhat pitted)cut en suite with riveted(minimal restoration)walrus ivory grip scales. Wooden scabbard covered with suede and with two embossed silver mountings. Length cm.,historic,historical,19th century,Persian Empire,object,objects,stills,clipping,,Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available

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