Tatar saber for discussion

Rivkin · 20th June 2005, 03:14 AM

Another lazy n (this time it's "m" ?). From the writings of ancient bulgars.

And one more thing - eastern turks (I guess our tatars ?) write from right to left. Western (bulgars etc.) from left to right.

Jim McDougall · 20th June 2005, 06:03 AM

Kirill,
Thanks very much for this excellent data on tamgas! Since these typically dont occur very often on the swords from these regions, this has not been a hot topic in research for some time (the research my material is from dates from over 8 years ago!!). Its great to have the topic reopened, especially with these fantastic examples. Excellent input!
All the best,
Jim

20th June 2005, 03:14 AM	#1
Rivkin Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 655	Another lazy n (this time it's "m" ?). From the writings of ancient bulgars. And one more thing - eastern turks (I guess our tatars ?) write from right to left. Western (bulgars etc.) from left to right. Attached Images Last edited by Rivkin; 20th June 2005 at 03:31 AM.

20th June 2005, 06:03 AM	#2
Jim McDougall Arms Historian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Route 66 Posts: 10,193	Kirill, Thanks very much for this excellent data on tamgas! Since these typically dont occur very often on the swords from these regions, this has not been a hot topic in research for some time (the research my material is from dates from over 8 years ago!!). Its great to have the topic reopened, especially with these fantastic examples. Excellent input! All the best, Jim