O5/195
SABER
Ottoman Empire,
19th century
Curved single-edged blade of wedge cross section, thickened, made of Damascus steel. Arabic calligraphy, partially loose. Bronze guard. Handle of light horn. Wooden scabbard covered with black leather, bronze locket with two eyelets. L. of blade 63 cm. Total l. 78 cm.
Damaged leather cover. Traces of corrosion on the blade. Bent guard..