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Old 30th March 2014, 04:12 PM   #3
dana_w
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Originally Posted by ALEX
This is undoubtedly an Indian tulwar with hand chiseled blade. Sometimes it is called "hunting" because it shows hunting scenes. You're right, the hilt is decorated in coftgari. The similar sword you can see here:
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I'd like to add that the quality of your sword is quite good, and it shows genuine signs of age. These swords were produced starting from 19th Century and I believe yours is a genuine 19th Century sword.
Thanks so much Alex. I'm off to check out the link.
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