HELIOS AUCTIONS 1050 Second Avenue Gallery 52 New York, NY 10022 USA, United States
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LOT 130:
A LARGE TURKISH PALA SWORD WITH WOOTZ BLADE
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Sold for: $6,500
Start price:
$
2,500
Estimated price :
$3,500 - $4,500
Buyer's Premium: 25%
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A LARGE TURKISH PALA SWORD WITH WOOTZ BLADE
An Ottoman pala or kilij sword, 18-19th cc., featuring a curved wide blade of an exceptional quality Wootz with pronounced t-spine and yalman, decorated with chiseled and etched design at the forte with gold Arabic inscriptions. The hilt of characteristic form is made of horn. The crossguard, mounts, and two suspension rings are made of silver decorated with engraved floral design. The scabbard is made of wood covered with black stitched leather.
Dimensions: L: 38 in., (96.5 cm.)
Condition: The blade is i excellent condition with a small crack on the scabbard along the edge
