Description : North African sword Nimcha,with rhino horn handle, curved single edged blade 83cm with three fullers and struck with armourers marks. Blade probably European is double edged for last 22cm and has 'clipped' point. Hilt of characteristic form of iron knuckle bow and three drooping quillons showing traces of gold decoration, engraved silver ferrule
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About the lot N° 331 Title : North African Sword Nimcha