Lot 181
  • 181

A steel push-dagger (katar), India, Deccan, 17th century ,

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

Description

  • steel
centre of double-edged steel blade of watered steel with foliate chiselled borders, the hilt with a double grip and openwork carved designs between grips for handling

Condition

In good condition, the edges of hilt with some oxidisation and minor abrasion, as viewed.
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