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Lot 5005Y

An unusual Moroccan short sword
19th century

8 June 2015, 10:00 PDT
San Francisco

Sold for US$936 inc. premium

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An unusual Moroccan short sword
19th century

Broad, straight 27 inch double edged blade, probably of European origin, molded with double fullers, both sides with engraved and brass inlaid panels above the hilt featuring the figures of two warriors above the Lion of Judah and short inscriptions, the front side also featuring an Ethiopian Coptic cross. Rhino horn grip of familiar H-form, the front of the guard faced in brass; the grip bound with dentate silver bands alternating with conforming bands of buffalo horn and elephant ivory; pommel surmounted with domed silver cap.
Condition: Blade showing some minor spotting. Hilt with minor marks.
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Provenance: Richard R. Wagner, Jr. Collection. Illustrated on page 79 of Arms of the Paladins, The Richard R. Wagner, Jr. Collection of Fine Eastern Weapons by Oliver S. Pinchot.

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