This is a good Indian Firangi sword. The name ‘Firangi’ (Foreigner) was given to these swords in the 17 Century, as they were mounted with European (Foreign) blades, which were highly valued. Some blades were locally made in the European style. The blades were mounted on the ‘Khanda’ style hilt usually with the long spike extending from the pommel which allows the use of the sword as a two handed sword. This specific one has a long, 33 ½ inches straight narrow blade with two fullers, unmarked but probably European, 17 C. Classical steel hilt and guard, engraved and covered with silver, gilded at the rims. Pommel spike length 3 ½ inches. Total length 40 ½ inches. Very good condition. Good old patina with small blackened areas on the blade and basket cover. Minor losses to the silver cover. A great sword.