Lot 353 , A Chinese bronze short sword, Han dynasty or later, L. 46cm

A Chinese bronze short sword, Han dynasty or later, with malachite encrustation to the blade and handle, L. 46cm
Estimate £200-300

With receipt for Castle Antiquities, Hollywood Road, Hong Kong, dated 11th May 1994.

The blade has a slightly undulating edge and a tiny nick near the tip, the tip is also bent over slightly, the patina particularly to one side is quite a pleasing malachite cover, the handle is very slightly bent out of shape otherwise in reasonable condition.


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Sold for £200