Massive 18th C. Islamic Turkish KILIJ / SHAMSHIR Sword, Gold Inlaid Wootz Blade

Islamic Turkish KILIJ / SHAMSHIR Sword, Gold Inlaid Wootz Blade. Please Check back regularly for new listings of quality weapons. An outstanding Ottoman warrior's Kilij saber, mounted with a. Deeply curved blade of fine Wootz steel, exhibiting nice smooth patina with few small heavier patches and active watered patterns throughout, extensive gold inlaid decorations to both sides and spine, including Islamic calligraphy and symbolism. In its lovely Silver mounts showing chased decorations and traces of gold gilt finish heavily worn with age. Solid and intact overall, in its original leather over wood scabbard having wired "Steps of Allah" seam.

Massive and incredibly battle-worthy example, built for a Turkish warrior of impressive proportions. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog. The item "Massive 18th C. Islamic Turkish KILIJ / SHAMSHIR Sword, Gold Inlaid Wootz Blade" is in sale since Sunday, February 9, 2020.

This item is in the category "Collectibles\Militaria\1784-1860\Original Period Items". The seller is "antiqueblades" and is located in Saint Petersburg, Florida. This item can be shipped worldwide.