A fine Ottoman horn-hilted sword (shamshir) with silver-gilt and leather scabbard, Turkey, circa 18th century the gently curved steel blade with gold overlay inscriptions running along one side, including one within a lobed cartouche, the cross-guard worked in repoussé with floral motifs and bud quillons, the grip with horn mounts, the fine leather scabbard with silver-gilt lock and chape decorated with a foliate pattern and roundels inscribed ‘Allah, two suspension rings Quantity: 2 95cm.
A fine Ottoman horn-hilted sword (shamshir) with silver-gilt and leather scabbard, Turkey, circa 18th century the gently curved steel blade with gold overlay inscriptions running along one side, including one within a lobed cartouche, the cross-guard worked in repoussé with floral motifs and bud quillons, the grip with horn mounts, the fine leather scabbard with silver-gilt lock and chape decorated with a foliate pattern and roundels inscribed ‘Allah, two suspension rings Quantity: 2 95cm.
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