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Rick · Yesterday, 06:48 PM

This blade is (for me) quite puzzling; the surface shows lamination and crystal- like patches on the blade. Can anyone enlighten me about this effect?
Thoughts, guesses?
I think the sword is early 19th century.

Yesterday, 06:48 PM	#1
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,366	Yataghan Blade Pattern This blade is (for me) quite puzzling; the surface shows lamination and crystal- like patches on the blade. Can anyone enlighten me about this effect? Thoughts, guesses? I think the sword is early 19th century. Attached Images