Medals & Coins, Arms & Militaria - 21st November 2018
Lot 173
An Indian sword (firangi)
Estimate £100 - £150 | Hammer £170
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Description
An Indian sword (firangi), straight double-edged blade 37.5 in., with impressed lettering: 'EL REY' and 'PORTUGAL'; steel hilt of 'Hindu basket' type, grip and long pommel extension each bound with painted or lacquered cord, the latter with a turned wooden finial; no scabbard.