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Originally Posted by stephen wood
...actually, I've only ever seen one crocskara that showed evidence of local use - (probably quranic) talismen attached. The crossguard normally to be found on them is cast brass of a particular form betwixt the one above and the more typical kaskara guard...
Have a look at this - quite interesting.
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Salaams Stephen Wood.. Your reference is indeed interesting. This analysis by Anne R Grady from Buffalo State College is excellent and the list of supporting references in her document are superb...as well as the materials used. Thank you for the post.
Regards,
Ibrahiim al Balooshi.
