Fine Pair 19th Century Indian Curved Ceremonial Swords, Decorated Handles,c1880

19th century

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Description

Fine pair of 19th century Indian curved 'Tulwar' ceremonial swords,c1880.The main body of the swords have engraved decoration and the handles are nicely decorated with bone or ivory inlay and have silver metal cap ends. I think the handles are horn ,but I am not 100% sure.

They are in good condition with only minor surface wear consistent with their age and use. The blades have minor pitting and there are small areas of wear to the handles.

Size: 78cm long x 6cm wide. We will happily ship worldwide.

Declaration

Curious Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA352012

Dealers Internal Reference

SA25/15

Dealers Notes

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Description

Fine pair of 19th century Indian curved 'Tulwar' ceremonial swords,c1880.

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The main body of the swords have engraved decoration and the handles are nicely decorated with bone or ivory inlay and have silver metal cap ends.

Curious Antiques

I think the handles are horn ,but I am not 100% sure.

fig 1. Fine Pair 19th Century Indian Curved Ceremonial Swords, Decorated Handles,c1880

They are in good condition with only minor surface wear consistent with their age and use. The blades have minor pitting and there are small areas of wear to the handles.

Size: 78cm long x 6cm wide. We will happily ship worldwide.

Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA352012

Dealers Internal Ref

SA25/15

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