the first with curved double-edged blade of watered steel formed with a medial ridge and chiselled with exotic beasts at the forte on each face, and marine ivory hilt (cracked) decorated with figures in traditional costume; the second with curved double-edged blade, slender hilt formed of layers of horn and copper alloy with large silver beadwork mounts; the third Moroccan, with copper alloy pommel and horn grip, the first: 26.4 cm (3)
Sold for £550
the first with curved double-edged blade of watered steel formed with a medial ridge and chiselled with exotic beasts at the forte on each face, and marine ivory hilt (cracked) decorated with figures in traditional costume; the second with curved double-edged blade, slender hilt formed of layers of horn and copper alloy with large silver beadwork mounts; the third Moroccan, with copper alloy pommel and horn grip, the first: 26.4 cm (3)
Auction: Olympia Timed: Antique Arms, Armour & Militaria June 2024, ending 30th Jun, 2024
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Sunday 23rd June: 12.00pm to 4.00pm
Monday 24th June: 10.00am to 7.00pm
Tuesday 25th June: 10.00am to 5.00pm
Lots open for bidding: Friday 21st June: 9.00am
Lots close from: Sunday 30th June, 4.00pm