Indian Sword

This beautiful indian sword has a silver inlaid hilt and a pommel in the shape of an elephants head, the trunk forming the knuckle-guard.  The blade is chiseled with hunting subjects.
Object no :
EAAM091a - b
Collection :
Swords
Creator :
NA
Place of Production :
India
Dimensions :
blade 900mm, 175mm
Materials :
steel with silver inlay
Location :
NA
Related site :
Mark Farm, Castle Kennedy
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