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A FINE TURKISH DAMASCUS SHAMSHIR SWORD GOLD INLAY

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Start price: $2,000

Estimated price: $2,500 - $3,000

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With horn handle scales with decorated floral burst rivets and engraved spine, brass crossguard. Damascus blade with heavy gold inlay in a typical Ottoman style. Wood scabbard covered with leather with heavy metallic brocade stitch, brass repousse mounts with two rings. 19th century.

Dimensions: L: 32 in., (81 cm.)

Condition: Very good for its age. Moderate wear. Gold features very good. Blade appears to have been cleaned at some point. Some nicks to edge. Sheath with moderate wear, scuffs and handling marks.