Unusual markings on a kaskara

Edster · 2nd February 2012, 12:32 AM

Stephen,

That mark is a new one on me. My guess is that it is an ethnographic marking, not European. One mark is near the cross guard's "down piece" while the other side is some 6 inches below the cross guard. That seems to deviate from a "factory" style mark. Other more experienced members may better comment on whether it is an imitation of a European style mark. Could be a "construction" using simpler punches as in Lew's magnificent arm dagger. Also, I like the apparently planned asymmetry. Looks a little like a human form and done on purpose, maybe using a broken punch.

Another good mystery!!

Best regards,
Ed

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2nd February 2012, 12:32 AM	#3
Edster Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 415	Stephen, That mark is a new one on me. My guess is that it is an ethnographic marking, not European. One mark is near the cross guard's "down piece" while the other side is some 6 inches below the cross guard. That seems to deviate from a "factory" style mark. Other more experienced members may better comment on whether it is an imitation of a European style mark. Could be a "construction" using simpler punches as in Lew's magnificent arm dagger. Also, I like the apparently planned asymmetry. Looks a little like a human form and done on purpose, maybe using a broken punch. Another good mystery!! Best regards, Ed