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SOUTH INDIA, 18TH CENTURY
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A IVORY-HILTED CURVED DAGGER (KHANJARLI)
SOUTH INDIA, 18TH CENTURY
Of typical form with curved double-edged blade with engraved double central gutter and armour piercing point, raised panel to top with stylised figures and elephant heads on either side, curved knuckle guard with makara head terminal, hilt with distinctive semi-circular finial set in place with iron pins, on metal stand
13 3/8in. (34cm.) long
SOUTH INDIA, 18TH CENTURY
Of typical form with curved double-edged blade with engraved double central gutter and armour piercing point, raised panel to top with stylised figures and elephant heads on either side, curved knuckle guard with makara head terminal, hilt with distinctive semi-circular finial set in place with iron pins, on metal stand
13 3/8in. (34cm.) long
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.
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