We offer for sale this beautiful late 18 Century Persian straight sword. Quite a rare item and not frequently seen on the market. This is a slashing sword. The blade, although thin is very solid and both edges are very sharp. The tip however is blunt. This beautiful blade is 34 inches long, more than 2 inches wide at the top. It is forged from very fine Damascus steel but it is of very light contrast and not easily noticed. The central fuller is divided into five sectors. The hilt is all steel, with down curving quillons, and was decorated with silver koftgary, now mostly gone. The scabbard is wood , steel fittings and velvet cover. Total length 41 ½ inches (in scabbard). Very good condition. There are very small dents (less than 1 mm each, and minor pitted spots. The velvet cover is recent.