Lot 1018
A deluxe Ottoman yatagan, dated 1843
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A106aw | Live auction | 581 Lots
Hammer price € 5,200
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Typically curved single-edged blade decorated with profuse gold damascening on both sides. Inscribed cartouches on either side, dated on the right "1259" (= 1843). Gold-damascened bolster and grip straps, riveted grip panels of walrus ivory. Leather-covered wooden scabbard with lateral seam of fine silver wire. The lower edge of the leather with a small flaw. Engraved and chased silver mounts with traces of gold plating. The chase probably not original to this set. Length 76 cm. ATTENTION: no export beyond EU borders!Attention: This lot can only be shipped within the European Union.
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