Talwar blade decorated with animal battles

[dana_w]

Originally Posted by ALEX

Read about Durbar Here
In terms of dating, it is impossible to be sure without date inscription or maker/date mark. It is always an educated guess. Mine would be mid to late 19th)

I had found the Wikipedia definition and a few others, but I still don't understand the use of "durbar" in this sentence:

Originally Posted by Jens Nordlunde

Yes Alex is right they were made for the durbars in the 19th century.

[Emanuel]

Made for use during the durbar, so intended for ceremony/parade/dress purposes, not necessarily for fighting.

Nice tulwar, much nicer quality chiseling than often seen.

[dana_w]

Originally Posted by Emanuel

Made for use during the durbar, so intended for ceremony/parade/dress purposes, not necessarily for fighting.

Nice tulwar, much nicer quality chiseling than often seen.

I think that I understand now. Thanks Emanuel.