Lot 2159

An Ottoman shamshir with a European blade, first half of the 19th century.

Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A109aw | Live auction | 1369 Lots

Starting Price € 700

Countdown for bids : 32 days and 2 hours left

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Description

Older European blade from the 18th century in secondary use. Curved, with multiple fullers and a yelman, light pitting in places. Maritime etching on both sides of the root, remains of gilding. Slightly loose brass crossguard, light horn scales, light shrinkage at the pommel. Grooved brass grip rail. Leather-covered wooden scabbard with brass mounts and decorative stitching on the obverse. Length 99.5 cm.

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General Information

The auction starts on Thursday, November 17, 2026 at 2:30 pm (CET), start subject to the timing of the preceding auction, with Lot no. 2001 - 2505 and continues on Wednesday 18, 2026 at 10 am (CET) with Lot no. 2506 - 1369.The pre-sale view will take place from November 9 - November 13, 2026 in our auction rooms at Bretonischer Ring 3 in 85630 Grasbrunn / Munich from 11 am to 5 pm (CET). Please make an appointment if possible to avoid waiting times.