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Auction Location:
Sydney
Date:
19-Mar-2016
Lot No.
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Description:
Choice Turkish bichaq with scabbard of 19th century date, approx 34 cm overall with 23 cm blade forged with a reinforced back which is finely engraved for it's full length. Ricasso and tang covers overlaid with silver which is finely engraved. Ivory grip scales of traditional flared form. The pommel containing the traditional tweezers with ivory tip set with a diamond. Silver scabbard embossed overall with stands of arms and foliage terminates in a finely modelled fish head, with it's original silver chains, each with a Turkish silver coin bearing the Sultan's tughra.
Estimate:
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Price:
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Category:
Unclassified