North India, Late 18th Century

The double edged fullered blade with medial ridge and thick point for piercing armor, the handle richly decorated in gold with slender leaves, foliate scrolls, and two Arabic inscriptions, one on each side.

With custom metal stand.

Length: 16 1⁄2 in.

Condition: Very good, consistent with age, the blade with sharp point and no dents or chips, the handle with age related oxidation, the gold almost entirely intact.

$2,800