Unknown Islamic Wootz? Sword

[mariusgmioc]

Hello Norman,

The blade is clearly layered laminated and not wootz. And it appears to be acid etched, not chiseled/engraved.

As with respect to the geographical location, that may be very tricky as it lacks clearly defining characteristics allowing a certain geographical location. The blade may be Ottoman, but also Hungarian or Eastern European... I guess...

My guess is that it is not older than early 20th century.

But this is only my guess...

Regards,

Marius

PS: The scabbard fittings appear to be of ordinary white metal (like pewter). I am inclined to see this sword as a tourist souvenir, but that is my perception based on my own standards.