Bidspirit auction | Fine 18th - 19th C.

Fine 18th - 19th C. Ottoman Turkish or Greek YATAGAN - Fine 18th - 19th C. Ottoman Turkish or Greek YATAGAN Sword with Niello Silver Hilt and Fine Silver Scabbard Mounts. A very attractive example with its re-curved blade of traditional form having a struck Islamic maker's mark and intricate engraved decorations. Fine hilt with Niello silver decorations shown traces of original gold gilt finish. In its original scabbard with large heavy silver mounts, having intense embossed military and floral motifs. A very attractive and early example. Overall length: 26 1/2”. Blade length: 19 1/2”