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ham · 1st April 2006, 06:24 PM

Galvano,

This is a Turkish buckler or fist shield, they were used specifically for fighting with sabers and can still be found in Anatolia where they are used for a local dance called Kilic ve Kalkan. The style itself is ancient, it has been in use for 3 millenia in Asia. It has been argued that these particular shields date to the 17th century, however I have examined a number of examples which were actually dated between 1850-1900.

Nice example in good condition, congratulations.

Ham

1st April 2006, 06:24 PM	#2
ham Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 190	Galvano, This is a Turkish buckler or fist shield, they were used specifically for fighting with sabers and can still be found in Anatolia where they are used for a local dance called Kilic ve Kalkan. The style itself is ancient, it has been in use for 3 millenia in Asia. It has been argued that these particular shields date to the 17th century, however I have examined a number of examples which were actually dated between 1850-1900. Nice example in good condition, congratulations. Ham