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LOT 49:
Rare Afghani Khyber Dagger w/ Scabbard, 19th C.
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Start price:
$
400
Estimated price :
$800 - $1,200
Buyer's Premium: 25%
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sales tax: 7.75%
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Rare Afghani Khyber Dagger w/ Scabbard, 19th C.
Asia, Afghanistan, Rare "Khyber" dagger with scabbard, 19th century. Long straight single edge blade with a thick spine and single fuller to the uppermost section. Polished gilt copper and brass handle with ebony dyed avian-head form pommel. Light chiseling and engraving throughout handle with the brass spine in a series of geometric patterns leading to a cut brass section over the back of the blade. Very fine scabbard in leather over wood construction with a steel belt loop below the formed upper section for retention. Engraved large gilt brass panel with a series of like form geometric patterns and linear details. Size 29" L, blade 23" L
Condition: very good condition with some denting and wear consistent with age and use
