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Late 18th century-1800. Brass hilt, formerly gilt with elegant cross guard and horn grips. 31 1/4" curved blade with double narrow back fullers. The forte with a large inscription panel each side, in Old Church Slavonic, with a foliate terminal. The inscription suggests a Balkan owner and the choice of the script indicates that it is a prayer. Original wood scabbard with gilt suspension mounts. The bottom half encased in the gilt iron sheet. The upper segments retaining a long portion of black leather covering with the bare wood portions in good preservation. Classic example of good form and demonstrative origin.
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Estimate $3,000 - $4,000
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Item located in Clinton Twp, MI, US$60 shipping in the US
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Blue Lake Auction - June 4th
Clinton Twp, MI, USA
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