Medals and Coins, Arms and Armour - 22nd June 2021
Lot 221
An Indian sword (tulwar)
Estimate £300 - £500 | Hammer £1200
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Description
An Indian sword (tulwar), curved blade of shamshir type 30.5 in.; gilt-steel hilt of Indo-Muslim form with short quillons, swollen grip, disc pommel, and a knuckle bow terminating in a lotus bud; red fabric covered scabbard with gilt copper mounts.
Provenance: The collection of Edward Croft-Murray CBE (1907-1980).