Tulwar blade markings
Hello Everyone,
I have a Tulwar which has a number of blade markings such as the opposing Eyelash or Sickle marks with 3 dots at the end of line, a couple of 3 dot marks randomly placed on the blade and the letters EiC with triangles and a second letter C.
The Tulwar itself completely devoid of any decoration being in my opinion a good old ( 19th C? ) typical working sword.
The O/L is 33 ins with a blade length of 28 ins x 1.125 ins wide.
The scabbard is wood covered in velvet with steel chape.
I am aware of the custom of stamping the Eyelash marks to make it seem as though the blade was by a famous maker but am not sure whether or not the
sword would have been an East India Co issue. Due to the haphazard way the letters have been applied makes me suspicious and I would appreciate the opinions of more knowledgeable members.
Thank you.
Miguel
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