AUCTION 37 ANTIQUE ARMS AND ARMOR

AN IMPORTANT TURKISH DAGGER W. DAMASCUS BLADE & AGATE HILT

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Start price: $1,500

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

Buyer's premium:

A magnificent Ottoman dagger, 18 -19 cc, with a recurved double-edged blade of fine wootz steel, with a central ridge and reinforced tip. The ricasso is decorated with gold koftgari. The handle is made of carved agate. The wooden scabbard is covered with black leather with gilt-silver fittings.

Dimensions: L: 15 in., (38 cm.)

Condition: Very good overall, scabbard leather has been replaced.