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			Hi everybody! Can anyone read these markings on this Gurade blade? Are they of any significance regarding the maker or origin? 
		
		
		
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	Please read the sticky near the top of the Ethnographic forum index page regarding posting items for translation. We require a picture of the full length sword as well as detailed views of the inscription. This will help readers identify the sword/time period/etc. and give you a more considered answer to your question. Thanks. Ian.  | 
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			It's cyrillic inscription ZLATOUST 1875 with russian maker's marks
		 
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
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			Yes, let's see the entire sword if you please.
		 
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
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			Here's the entire sword, about 38 inches long.
		 
		
		
		
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			I have a similar gurade with Zlatoust dated 1853. 
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
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			Thanks for the info everybody, much appreciated!
		 
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
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			As this sword is currently being offered for sale I am closing this thread until further notice. 
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
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