Antique Japanese & World Weapons AUG. 29th
Lot 286A:
Beautiful Mid 1900s Nepalese Gurkha’s Presentation KUKRI Knife to a British Army Officer. Of scarce quality in its elaborate silver furniture with intricately carved and pierced Peacocks and floral motives, underlaid with bright red and blue foil and adorned with an interesting gold emblem on top of the scabbard, depicting a Cupid with his Bow. The large silver presentation plaque bearing a lengthy engraved inscription (please see photo # 2 for the owner’s service details). Massive knife with a powerful broad blade of traditional form, mounted with a carved horn grip having steel bolster and pommel mounts. Scabbard housing two small utility knives with wooden grips. Gorgeous example overall with its lovely thick braid silver chain for wear.Total Length 16 1/2" (inside scabbard if present) Blade Length 11 1/2"
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