Ottoman silver shamshir sword

TVV · 19th February 2025, 04:30 PM

All I was trying to point out is that the double headed eagle, 1822 date, initials and Greek cross which were added to the original silver fittings are most likely associated with the Eastern Roman Empire and the dream of its revival in the context of Greek nationalism in the early 19th century. Basically, I am in agreement with Eftihis on this.

If someone believes the symbol should be interpreted differently, I doubt anyone would be against well reasoned arguments.

19th February 2025, 04:30 PM	#6
TVV Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Bay Area Posts: 1,664	All I was trying to point out is that the double headed eagle, 1822 date, initials and Greek cross which were added to the original silver fittings are most likely associated with the Eastern Roman Empire and the dream of its revival in the context of Greek nationalism in the early 19th century. Basically, I am in agreement with Eftihis on this. If someone believes the symbol should be interpreted differently, I doubt anyone would be against well reasoned arguments.