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Emanuel · 17th April 2007, 01:37 PM

Hello,

This looks like a kard, but the scroll work reminds me of some new Afghan pieces being made. This type of re-inforced tip is seen on modern pieces as well. The old ones would have a smooth thikening towards the tip, not this abrupt cut. There is a discussion of these Afghan pieces on IKRHS

Regards,
Emanuel

17th April 2007, 01:37 PM	#3
Emanuel Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 1,242	Hello, This looks like a kard, but the scroll work reminds me of some new Afghan pieces being made. This type of re-inforced tip is seen on modern pieces as well. The old ones would have a smooth thikening towards the tip, not this abrupt cut. There is a discussion of these Afghan pieces on IKRHS Regards, Emanuel