Antique Japanese & World Weapons AUG. 29th
Lot 248:
An 18th-19th C. Islamic Turkish SHAMSHIR / KILIJ Sword with a Strong Wootz Damascus Blade. A strong fighting example with its ottoman style wood grips and carved steel cross-guard. Mounted with a very early blade most likely to date from the 17th century, bearing a distinctive struck circular maker mark and showing fine watered patterns of good early Wootz steel. Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 36 3/4", Blade Length : 31"
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