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Old 7th August 2011, 11:29 PM   #1
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Am I right in noticing that the first piece is more Turkish than Balkan?
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Old 7th August 2011, 11:39 PM   #2
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The second one looks Indian to me based on incised metal both on the blade and the handle.
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Old 7th August 2011, 11:54 PM   #3
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The second one looks Indian to me based on incised metal both on the blade and the handle.
With anything possible in the wonderful world of blades, can you share an image Ariel?

There are numerous Turkish Kilij/Pala with this same handle aspect/design seen along the the spine including the raised ridge.

This Georgian sabre below also shares the same designs along the spine.

Both very nice pieces Charles, congrats and thanks for sharing.

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Old 8th August 2011, 12:02 AM   #4
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Default Wootz yataghan Balkan

Poor pics, I know. But if you want Ansel Adams, look elsewhere:-)
Both have very faint and spotty wootz pattern, and I did not want to overetch them.
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Old 8th August 2011, 12:04 AM   #5
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Default Wootz yataghan North Africa.

Agate handle ( one cheek is missing) with tourmalines and emerald.
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Old 8th August 2011, 02:19 AM   #6
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I like your yats Ariel.
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Old 8th August 2011, 02:54 AM   #7
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Thanks Ariel....great examples!!
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