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Ian · 9th October 2006, 05:53 PM

Speaking of imbedded stones, here is an example in the hilt of a high end Thai darb that I think is from the Ayutthaya or early Rattanikosin period. The stone appears to be onyx. The silver work on the hilt and scabbard is first class.

Ian.

9th October 2006, 05:53 PM	#7
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,361	Speaking of imbedded stones, here is an example in the hilt of a high end Thai darb that I think is from the Ayutthaya or early Rattanikosin period. The stone appears to be onyx. The silver work on the hilt and scabbard is first class. Ian.