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A RARE 17TH CENTURY TURKISH KILIJ SWORD IN SILVER MOUNTS - This is an early example of an Ottoman Empire karabela-type sword. The blade is slightly curved with a pronounced T-spine and yalman at the tip. The hilt is of characteristic form which resembles a bird. The grip scales are of a dark horn. The crossguard and scabbard mounts are of engraved silver. Ottoman Empire, 17th cen. L: 35 in., (89 cm.) Condition: The blade appears to be in tos original condition, minor damage to the silver mounts, scabbard has been restored.