Bidspirit auction | 18th-19th C. Greek Turkish Gold

18th-19th C. Greek Turkish Gold Gilt Silver Navy Naval - 18th-19th C. Greek Turkish Gold Gilt Silver Navy Naval YATAGAN Sword Dagger. Fine and rare example of Greek Yatagan sword for a high ranking officer of the navy, in full solid silver mounts with partial gilt and niello decorations showing expected light wear. Solid silver scabbard with deep chased decorations including battle ships and other naval motives. Blade is struck with the maker's mark and inscribed in Islamic calligraphy on the silver panel at the base of the spine. Overall length: 22 1/4”. Blade length: 15 1/2”