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Rather 25th April 2010 12:39 PM

Asian (?) Sword - help needed
 
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Dear friends,
I need some help. I bought this sword without knowing its origin, I just liked it immediately, despite it is a little bit clumsy. It is rather large, 95 cm, and quite heavy. The scabbard is made of wood with a leather cover. All metal parts are of iron. No inscriptions or marks on them.
I would guess that it comes from Central Asia and would appreciate your comments.
Thanks in advance!

RSWORD 25th April 2010 03:00 PM

What you have is a Chinese sword from the Boxer Rebellion period. It is non-military issue. These swords were locally produced for use by civilians in the uprisings.

Rather 26th April 2010 08:12 AM

Thanks for your help! :)


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