AUCTION 50: ANTIQUE MILITARIA, FALL 2024

A NORTH AFRICAN SILVER-MOUNTED TUAREG SHORT SWORD, 20TH CENTURY

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Start price: $100

Estimated price: $200 - $300

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Double-edged blade with double fullers on both sides and engraved with a lion and a snake respectively. The plated blade base and grip of geometrically finely engraved silver with a spherical pommel. Partially chased leather scabbard decorated in green with silver mountings engraved en suite with the grip. The original textile shoulder strap is attached. Unusually elaborate sword in beautiful condition.

North Africa, 20th Century.

L: 26 in., (56 cm.)

Condition: Good with expected signs of wear and age.