Lot 2233
A Persian qama and a khyber knife, 19th century
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A109aw | Live auction | 1369 Lots
Description
Qama with broad, double-edged blade, with offset fullers on both sides, traces of gold-inlaid ornaments on the obverse. Grip band and rivets on the obverse likewise with traces of gold inlay, horn scales. Replaced leather-mounted wooden scabbard. Khyber knife with a single-edged blade. Remains of floral nickel-silver inlaid decor on both sides, inlaid nickel-silver cartouche and date “1298” (1881) on the reverse. Iron ferrule and grip band, riveted bone scales. Break to the grip band at the pommel. Wooden scabbard with replaced textile and original, fine chape. Lengths 65 and 82.5 cm.Condition: II - Questions about the lot?