Lot 338 , An Indian dagger katar, 17th century, finely watered steel blade 26cms gold inlaid at the root,

An Indian dagger katar, 17th century, finely watered steel blade 26cms gold inlaid at the root, iron hilt with remains of fine gold damascene decoration, with its scabbard
Condition: hilt with light rust overall, damascene worn, blade with a little pitting, scabbard wormed with some leather missing; requires careful cleaning, no loose parts, scabbard very tatty and loose fitting.

Estimate £250-500


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Sold for £320