Fine Quality 1874 Indian Wootz Damascus SHAMSHIR Kilij Sword with Inscribed Hilt

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Fine Quality 1874 Indian Wootz Damascus SHAMSHIR Kilij Sword with Inscribed Hilt:
$2900.00

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Buyers fromCHINA, Please make sure you have the shipping address inHong Kongand it\'s on your PayPal, as we will Not ship interesting and rare Hindu warrior\'s battle saber dated on the blade inside the gold koftgari cartouche which seams like 1291 which corresponds to 1874 in Gregoriancalendar, although the sword feels to be of the earlier period especiallythe hilt which appears to be of Wootz damascus steel with fine gold koftgari decorations and very unusual circular inscriptions on both sides of the guard, it is possible that the earlier hilt was remounted in 1874 with the period blade although it is also possible that both hilt and the blade were created and mounted together and at the same time. Mounted with a large broad blade with significant curvature to its length and an impressive distinctive raised false edge also known as Yelman in some cultures, blade exhibits various gray patina with moderate wear consistent with age, multiple areas of well visible active watered patterns of fine Wootz damascus steel and bears lightly worn gold damascened cartouche on one side, depicting Islamic calligraphy and numerals. Solid and completely intact overall, comes with its original fabric over wood scabbard showing extensive wear and multiple small damages and losses.
Overall 35 1/2\"Blade 30 1/2\"