SABER called Kilij - Ottoman Empire - 19th century

SABRE called Kilij
Ottoman Empire
19th century
Steel, horn, brass, leather, copper
Long. total: 89; Long. blade: 74 cm
(Ancient accident)

Curved blade with a single cutting edge.
Inverted quillon guard in gilt brass, chased with floral and foliate motifs.
Handle with two riveted horn scales.
Wooden scabbard covered in leather, gilt brass fittings engraved with floral and foliate motifs.
Two copper bail rings.

Ref.: 6735

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