Hi Dralin,
As Jens has noted, in studies of weapons from India, there has been no detailed material ever included on the markings such as from arsenals or armories. The only published material has focused on primarily typology, and Dr.Elgood's book is outstanding for his revolutionary attention to the key symbolism, superstitions and tradition found in the weapons. This approach is truly the most sound method for understanding ethnographic weapons and in many cases the development of decoration and motifs.
Jens,
In the current discussion on the Tipu thread I realized I had forgotten to ask about the Tanjore armoury....are there markings known to have been associated there?
All best regards,
Jim
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