This Yataghan sword is coming from the Balkan region of the Ottoman empire and it is dated on the blade to 1291 (1874 in the Gregorian calendar). Finely forged blade, 24 inches long inlaid with silver with inscription in Arabic letters and date. Gilded copper bolsters and grip strap set with drop shaped ribbed corral stones and green (?) stones. Massive walrus grips with wide ears. Chased silver (Low silver or white metal) scabbard. Total length 31 inches. Very good condition. Minor losses to the silver inlay. Cracked left grip but holds solid.