Lot 179. An Ottoman nefrite-hilted dagger (kard), Turkey, 18th century. Estimate 10,000 — 15,000 GBP (12,671 - 19,006 EUR ) . Photo Sotheby's the smooth nephrite hilt with bead set in filigree mount at tip, the watered steel blade with foliate carvings...

A Kard. Persia, circa 1800 Curved damascus blade with double fuller and floral engravings at the ricasso; caved bone grip with human busts in flower work. Wooden scabbard covered with black leather. condition: very good - dimensions: 39.5 cm - Estimation...