Finest 19th C. Moroccan Silver and Enamel mounted Nimcha sword

Status: Sold · Region: Middle East, Ottoman Turkey, Persia · Type: Swords

The finest nimcha we've offered in the past ten years. This example is mounted with a gorgeous oversize horn handle of clear fibrous structure. The iron fittings are gold damascened as is the blade and dated to the late 19th C. The scabbard is mounted with silver gilt mounts stamped with Moroccan silver hallmarks, and incised and decorated with Moorish enamel designs. Truly and investment quality example of the finest order. Overall length is 42 and a 35 blade.