A good Turkish Ottoman and silver-mounted Shamshire, 19th century

Session One

Sold for

ZAR 16 415
Lot 9
  • A good Turkish Ottoman and silver-mounted Shamshire, 19th century


Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 14 000 - 16 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 16 415
Auction Catalogue

About this Item

A good Turkish Ottoman and silver-mounted Shamshire, 19th century
the blade curved and finely watered, with horn grip and silver quillion cross etched to both sides, with decorated silver and leather scabbard, the top of the scabbard engraved with signatures to either side, the second section with ring attachment to the scabbard, minor dents to the scabbard, the blade 77cm long

*This lot is not suitable for export



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