Lot 127 , A fine Indian sword tulwar, late 19th century, L 77cm (blade)

A fine Indian sword tulwar, late 19th century, the iron hilt with elephant's head pommel and tiger knucklebow, all inlaid with gold and fitted with gems, the finely watered single edge blade inlaid in gold with owner's monogram 'TMS' and retaining its silk-covered scabbard with engraved silver mounts, L 77cm (blade)
Estimate £5,000-8,000

For provenance see lot 125.


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Sold for £7,000