Lot 2243

Two Persian Shamshire, first half of the 19th century

Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A109aw | Live auction | 1367 Lots

Starting Price € 300

Countdown for bids : 25 days and 17 hours left

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Description

First shamshir with strongly curved back blade in wooz damascus steel, circa 3 mm broken off at the head. Signature cartouche on the terce side with traces of original brass inlays. Iron crossguard, walrus ivory scales, both broken, one incomplete. Iron pommel cap. Second shamshir with slightly curved back blade, double-edged head and ricasso. Iron crossguard and scales of leather-covered wood, minor losses, iron rivets backed with brass plates. Iron pommel cap. Length 88.5 and 77 cm.

Attention: This lot can only be shipped within the European Union.

Condition: II - III Questions about the lot?

General Information

The auction starts on Tuesday, 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.