Kard for comment

ALEX · 16th May 2008, 09:58 AM

Gav, I believe the koftgari pattern, and especially koftgari workmanship, application style and quality can tell a lot. Based on it, I believe it is Syrian work, but similar designs can be seen on Turkish and Kaucasian items. Persian and Indian style is usually more elaborate. I also agree with your age estimate.
Let's see what others say.

Gavin Nugent · 16th May 2008, 10:06 AM

I just now thought to mention the miniture dimensions too, maybe they also may help further confirn Syria as the region. Over all in the scabbard it is 8&3/4inches long. Out of the scabbard it is about 8&1/4 inches and has a razor sharp 4&1/2 inch blade. Thanks for your help and interest Alex.

regards

Gavin

16th May 2008, 10:06 AM	#2
Gavin Nugent Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 2,818	Thanks Alex I just now thought to mention the miniture dimensions too, maybe they also may help further confirn Syria as the region. Over all in the scabbard it is 8&3/4inches long. Out of the scabbard it is about 8&1/4 inches and has a razor sharp 4&1/2 inch blade. Thanks for your help and interest Alex. regards Gavin

16th May 2008, 09:58 AM	#1
ALEX Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 936	Gav, I believe the koftgari pattern, and especially koftgari workmanship, application style and quality can tell a lot. Based on it, I believe it is Syrian work, but similar designs can be seen on Turkish and Kaucasian items. Persian and Indian style is usually more elaborate. I also agree with your age estimate. Let's see what others say.