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22nd February 2011, 07:59 AM
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Chregu, this is Afghani or Central Asian kard, and possibly Turkmen. The red material is likely later replacement. These usually have longer sheaths which fit the handle almost completely, leaving only 1/3 of it out, so the scabbard's core could be later addition. You may determine the age of wooden sheath core by inspecting the condition of wood. The fittings are old, late 19/early 20 C.
Last edited by ALEX; 22nd February 2011 at 08:10 AM. |
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