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QAJAR IRAN, 19TH CENTURY
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A MARINE-IVORY WATERED-STEEL DAGGER (KHANJAR)
QAJAR IRAN, 19TH CENTURY
Of typical form, with double-edged curved blade engraved with calligraphic inscriptions, the forte with a seated figure on stylised floral ground, the hilt plain, the silver repousse sheath with a large scrolling floral tendril, with bulbous finial
19 ¼in. (49cm.) long
QAJAR IRAN, 19TH CENTURY
Of typical form, with double-edged curved blade engraved with calligraphic inscriptions, the forte with a seated figure on stylised floral ground, the hilt plain, the silver repousse sheath with a large scrolling floral tendril, with bulbous finial
19 ¼in. (49cm.) 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.