Ottoman Silver Dagger (Hançer), Turkey, 19th Century

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Gold-damascened blade, the scabbard with vine frieze and tughra of Mahmud II
A plain silver hilt with scalloped shoulder, the … Read more Gold-damascened blade, the scabbard with vine frieze and tughra of Mahmud II
A plain silver hilt with scalloped shoulder, the slightly curved blade with gold damascening decoration at the forte. The plain silver scabbard with a grape-bearing vine frieze mount, marked with the tughra of Mahmud II, 1223–55 AH / 1808–39 AD.

Reference: ART4001167
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From The Orient Gates: four generations of the Harb family, Damascene artisans and antique dealers since the 1870s, heirs of the painter Abou Sobhi Al-Tinawi (Muhammad Harb). Every piece is examined, restored and documented in our family ateliers. A certificate of authenticity accompanies every piece.
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Origin: Turkey (Ottoman Empire)
Period: 19th century
Materials: Silver, Steel, Gold damascening
Dimensions: Length: 50 cm See less