Lot 259 , An Indian dagger pesh kabz, ivory grips, silver covered hilt and leather scabbard, late 18th century, overall length 31.5cm

An Indian dagger pesh kabz, ivory grips, silver covered hilt and leather scabbard, late 18th century, overall length 31.5cm
Condition: Hilt or handle is a little discoloured, darker to the underside with prominent old cracks and splits running mostly through the tip and upper side, slight oxidisation where the pins hold it to the main blade, blade has remnants of silver overlay showing across the top of the handle and below just going into the top of the blade itself, blade has oxidisation and small nicks to the edge but is essentially in good order, sheath probably original showing wear consistent with use and with a loose leather strap at the top end which is missing its terminal, brass tip of the sheath in good order, all joints are good and tight with no loose parts. No movement in the bone.
Estimate £250-350


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Sold for £400