An indian shamshir with a persian blade

[mahratt]

Originally Posted by ariel

Leather cover of handles was a trademark of Central Asian, especially Turkmen, shamshirs.

This is somewhat of a misconception. Leather cover of handles was found in Afghanistan, and in the khanates of Central Asia, and even on the outskirts of Persia.
It is important to note that none of these regions used embossed leather decorated with gold on the handle. So, in my humble opinion, the Indian origin of this shamshir is beyond doubt.

By the way, Drabant1701, congratulations on the acquisition of a wonderful shamshir.