Extremely rare antique Ottoman karabela yatagan sword (sabre) - 19th century. This kind of Ottoman sword is extremely rare. Very impressive sword over 100cm (40). The blade is yatagan shape and the handle karabela shape.
Unfortunately, the blade has been badly polished. The blade should have been decorated before (watch last picture). Very interesting traditional translucent grip plates.
The scabbard is wood covered with leather and brass sheets. The scabbard has some scratches. The blade was badly polished. Length (straight line) 103,5cm (40 3/4). Length without scabbard (straight line) 102,5cm (40 3/8). Blade length (straight line) 88,3cm (34 3/4). Weight with scabbard 1238gr (43,6 oz). Weight without scabbard 850gr (30 oz). The item "Extremely rare antique Ottoman karabela yatagan sword (sabre) 19th century" is in sale since Friday, November 25, 2016.This item is in the category "Collectibles\Militaria\1784-1860\Original Period Items". The seller is "1192mathieu" and is located in Lyon.
This item can be shipped worldwide.