Old Yatagan

gp · 16th May 2024, 01:58 AM

I agree, the grip looks like # 19 and is indeed typical Ottoman Asia Minor.
Is the grip / handle made from wood or bone or horn ?

The blade looks also like a Yataghan bu the inscription decoration is interesting and I would like to see some close ups if possible after a little cleaning to see what exactly is written.

Compared to the usual Ottoman one, it looks a little more simple in its execution, but that also could be the work of a simple maker from the country side or a beginning crafstman...

16th May 2024, 01:58 AM	#3
gp Member Join Date: May 2020 Posts: 670	I agree, the grip looks like # 19 and is indeed typical Ottoman Asia Minor. Is the grip / handle made from wood or bone or horn ? The blade looks also like a Yataghan bu the inscription decoration is interesting and I would like to see some close ups if possible after a little cleaning to see what exactly is written. Compared to the usual Ottoman one, it looks a little more simple in its execution, but that also could be the work of a simple maker from the country side or a beginning crafstman... Attached Images Last edited by gp; 16th May 2024 at 02:53 AM.