An Abyssinian shotel
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An Abyssinian shotel
19th century
The slender 36 inch, extravagantly curved blade of hollow diamond section. Rhino horn grip of familiar form with beaded filigree silver pommel cap. With original leather scabbard.
Condition: Blade showing patches of light pitting. Grip with chipping and hairline crack at pommel. Scabbard scuffed, with one partially open seam but generally sound.
Sold for US$ 643 inc. premium

Category: Arms and Armour

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