Lot 3187
A Moroccan silver-mounted nimcha, 19th century
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Description
Slightly curved single-edged blade with three narrow grooves on each side, the reverse marked with crown and "GR". Characteristically shaped silver hilt finely engraved with tendrils and set with light-green emeralds. Velvet-covered wooden scabbard with silver fittings engraved en suite and two movable suspension rings, the obverse of the locket with medallion applied in filigree technique underneath a crescent moon set with an emerald and small sapphires (one missing). Length 88 cm. Extraordinary, magnificent weapon.Condition: II - Questions about the lot?
