A pair of almost identical, superb example of the Kastane swords, the national sword of Sri-Lanka. with 26 and 27 inches steel blades and gilded grips of great decorative values – A piece of art by itself. The monster styled quillons, the engraved D guard and grips, and above all the monster head pommel with all parts delicately chiseled and engraved with great care and fine details. Total length 33 and 34 inches. All in very good condition. An unusually decorative piece of high quality, probably mid 19 century.