Lot 132
  • 132

A Mughal Horse-Form Jade Hilted Dagger, India, 18th-19th Century

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

the curved double-edged steel blade with central ridge, the hilt of pale green stone carved at the forte with scroll quillons and lotus flower, the pommel rendered in the form of a horse's head

Condition

Overall in very good condition. the blade suffers from some patination due to age. the jaw of the horse head pommel is a replacement and the ears of the horse are chipped, as viewed.
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