Medals & Coins, Arms & Militaria - 3rd May 2018
Lot 1099
A Chinese double short sword (jian)
Estimate £150 - £250 | Hammer £250
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Description
A Chinese double short sword (jian), the paired weapons with flat backs nesting together in a single scabbard, straight double-edged blades 9.5 in.; brass cross pieces with up-turned ends and embossed with masks of dragons or lions, relief decorated brass collar and pommels, reeded wooden grips; shagreen covered scabbard with brass mounts comprising pierced locket and chape, and two bands formed as stepped oval plaques.