Albanian Yatagan
 

Hello all,

I am new to this forum but have a strong interest in arms from Greece, Albanian and the ottoman empire generally in the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries.

I recently purchased a Yatagan from someone living in northern Albania. He claimed that this weapon was in his family for a number of generation. Though simple, I think it is a beautiful piece. It also has a makers mark which should be visible in one of the photos and I wonder, does anyone know anything more about the sword from this?

I'd be interested to hear any thoughts you all have. Thanks!

Salaams thdrivas Although this weapon is not my area I am also intrigued with the Yatagan style. Thank you for posting... I have a catalogue from the Qatar Museum with a beautiful Yatagan in it which I will add later. I can also recommend Forum library as an excellent resource for research. Just type in Yatagan. Best of luck and welcome to the Forum.

Regards,
Ibrahiim al Balooshi. :shrug:

:shrug: Or press on this link http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/search...earchid=376143

Regards,
Ibrahiim al Balooshi.

Ibrahiim al Balooshi,

Thanks for your kind response. This forum looks like a terrific place for my interests and I look forward to becoming part of it!

Salaams thdrivas~ Very kind. Thanks. We don't have a motto but it could be ... Research til you drop! This is by far the best research resource available and the great thing to do is to get involved. :) :D Welcome to the Forum!
I will shoot some pictures later from the Qatar museums Yat.
Regards,
Ibrahiim al Balooshi.