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LOT 1542
Indo-Persian Iron Dagger with Gilded Hilt
20TH CENTURY A.D.
13 5/8 in. (250 grams, 34.5 cm).
Broad two-edged iron blade with midrib, narrow grip with flared pommel and inlaid yellow-metal floral ornament. [No Reserve]
ProvenancePrivate collection, UK.
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