Abyssinian Double Edged Straight Sword
Dec 23, 2013 11:00:21 GMT
Post by Jack Loomes on Dec 23, 2013 11:00:21 GMT
Description: A rare sword Straight, double-edged blade with two deep central grooves, engraved with floral motifs, rectangular tang decorated with effigy of a lion on a side and "GG" on the other. Light horn hilt, semi-spherical brass pommel decorated with leaves. Leather scabbard.
Dimensions: length 92 cm.
Provenance: Abyssinia
Dating: late 19th Century
Source: www.invaluable.com/auction-lot/a-rare-sword-525-c-38d89b0a06
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