Very good and old example.Goldwash is not something that is done ( and done well!) on recent creations. The repousse is of Kubachi type, with "tutta" being the predominant motif. It is very well executed, and the massive and deep work on the middle feature is very impressive. Many silver clad kindjals were never submitted to the official testing and stamping of silver purity( nobody wants to pay taxes). Either that or it was done before ~1880. The exact origin is difficult to pinpoint, because masters of different ethnicities worked together and blended their styles.
Make sure the wooden inserts in the handle are old: otherwise, think about replaced blade.
Overall, a keeper. Congratulations!
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