Lot 128
  • 128

A Mughal Gem-Set Jade-Hilted Dagger, India, Circa 1700, and jade-mounted scabbard, 19th century

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description

the slightly curved watered-steel blade with central ridge and double grooves, gold-overlaid palmette and cartouche at forte, the jade hilt with scroll quillons and carved stylised lotus leaf, the pommel in the form of a lion's head with gold inlay set with red spinels, the velvet-covered wood scabbard with carved jade chape and lock

Condition

Overall in good condition, the blade suffers from patination due to age, the jade hilt has some discolouring, the velvet of the scabbard is faded and the jade lock of the scabbard is not entirely secure to the wood, as viewed.
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