19thc Indo-Persian or 20thc tourist?

[harrywagner]

Originally Posted by mariusgmioc

The stamped maker's mark on the blade makes me doubt that is a tourist thing, or a "fake" (by the way, can you define "fake?").

Moreover, I doubt that is Indo-Persian .

Judging by the shape and workmanship, I am more inclined to say it is Syria or Turkey.

But I am definitely far from being a specialist so take my opinion more like a guess.

Thanks. It is an odd piece. It has a good blade. Hopefully someone can provide a translation. I believe the script and makers mark are both Arabic.