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Old 6th April 2012, 05:00 PM   #2
David R
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The hilt looks Indian to me, like on a tulwar. That style of hilt does turn up with a variety blades though, curved, straight and even yataghan. I have seen them with imported European blades as well.
So My guess is Indian in origin, and the blade...for dancing, ceremonial, religious procession , the etching makes me think non functional as a weapon though.

Last edited by David R; 6th April 2012 at 05:01 PM. Reason: rephrasing.
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