Bidspirit auction | AN AFGHAN LOHAR BATTLE PICK

AN AFGHAN LOHAR BATTLE PICK - An earlier example with fixed blade, the robust head and haft forged of steel with elaborate brass inlay to the obverse. The polished, profiled horn grip with engraved brass mounts. Mid- 19th century. Light wear overall. Such picks were used against British mounted units to great effect during the Afghan Wars. Overall length 32 cm. Condition II