Comprising: 1) Jambiya, probably Persian, 19th century; curved 9 1/2 inch double edged blade of hollow diamond section and decorated on both sides with panels of gold koftgari scrollwork above the hilt. I-shaped grip of dark horn. Scabbard covered in brocade, the steel mounts decorated with silver overlaid scrollwork. 2) Nepalese kukri, early 20th century; 12 inch blade of characteristic form; brass-mounted sectional grip with horn scales, the pommel with lion mask; black leather-covered scabbard with brass mounts and retaining two small utility knives. Condition: 1) Blade with light spotting. Scabbard with staining to cloth, the mounts with dark patina and some losses to silver. 2) Blade with minor spotting. Scabbard with scuffing and small tears.
Comprising: 1) Jambiya, probably Persian, 19th century; curved 9 1/2 inch double edged blade of hollow diamond section and decorated on both sides with panels of gold koftgari scrollwork above the hilt. I-shaped grip of dark horn. Scabbard covered in brocade, the steel mounts decorated with silver overlaid scrollwork. 2) Nepalese kukri, early 20th century; 12 inch blade of characteristic form; brass-mounted sectional grip with horn scales, the pommel with lion mask; black leather-covered scabbard with brass mounts and retaining two small utility knives. Condition: 1) Blade with light spotting. Scabbard with staining to cloth, the mounts with dark patina and some losses to silver. 2) Blade with minor spotting. Scabbard with scuffing and small tears.
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