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An Ottoman Jade-Hilted Silver-Mounted Sword (Yataghan) And Scabbard, Turkey, dated A.H. 1188/ A.D. 1774-5
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
the slightly curved steel blade with inscriptions in decorative cartouches at the forte, carved silver hilt extending over the forte, the marbled-jade hilt secured by six silver pins, the leather covered wooden scabbard with intricately engraved ensuite chape and lock with bud finial
Provenance
Formerly in the possession of a princely Ottoman family
Condition
Overall in good condition, the blade suffers from patination due to age. the leather is slightly wrinkled and the silver of the scabbard has some minor abrasions, as viewed.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any stat.mes nt made by Replica Shoes 's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any stat.mes nt made by Replica Shoes 's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
inscriptions
A couplet in Turkish and the names of The Seven Sleepers and their dog.
Dated 1188 (A.D. 1774-5).
A later owner: Mahmud [son of] Muhammad [1]260 (A.D. 1844-5).