Indian Talwar Sword, 19th Century - Lot 31

Indian Talwar Sword, 19th Century Indian talwar sword with a curved steel blade and a white metal hilt featuring downturned quillons and a characteristic disc pommel. The hilt is embellished with a small inlaid brass rosette. Preserved with its original brown leather-covered scabbard. The talwar was the traditional sword of the Indian subcontinent, widely used from the Mughal period through the nineteenth century by princely armies and regional warriors. The sword displays an attractive aged patina, with expected signs of use and light surface oxidation. The leather scabbard shows wear consistent with its age. Details: Overall length: … cm – Blade length: … cm – Details: Length: 87 cm – Height: 10.5 cm – Weight: 1.1 kg.