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TURKEY, 19TH CENTURY
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THREE OTTOMAN YATAGHANS
TURKEY, 19TH CENTURY
Of typical form, two with walrus-ivory hilt, the curved single-edged blades with inscription against dotted ground, the forte with gem-set gilt-silver repoussé decoration, the grip with further coral-inset decoration, the third with horn hilt, the blade with a gold-damascened cartouche and a stylised medallion with the crescent and moon motif, with sheath with silver-inlaid steel mounts
The longer 31¼in. (79cm.) long (3)
TURKEY, 19TH CENTURY
Of typical form, two with walrus-ivory hilt, the curved single-edged blades with inscription against dotted ground, the forte with gem-set gilt-silver repoussé decoration, the grip with further coral-inset decoration, the third with horn hilt, the blade with a gold-damascened cartouche and a stylised medallion with the crescent and moon motif, with sheath with silver-inlaid steel mounts
The longer 31¼in. (79cm.) long (3)
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.