Fine 19 C. Persian Qajar Revival Sword - 8118
We offer for sale this fine and beautiful 19 Century Persian straight sword also known as Revival sword, as it was reviving the use of old 15 C style Islamic straight swords. This beautiful blade is 33 inches long, 2 inches wide at the top, and although thin is very solid and both edges are sharp. The entire blade is elaborately etched on its two faces in the typical Qajar style with Arabic inscription and human faces. The hilt is steel, with down curving quillons, and was decorated with silver koftgary work, now mostly gone. Total length 39 inches. No scabbard. Very good condition. |