Antique South Asian Infantry Sword. Circa 1900

Amazing and rare South Asian infantry sword made circa 1900 and in really good condition. Though we cannot be completely sure, it probably belonged once to a soldier of the regular Vietnamese or Cambodian armies. It's just a guess. The sword stands out for its excellent condition and its gorgeous hilt. This mounts a dark solid-wooden grip with four grooves which preserves the original twisted wire. But surely the most beautiful part is the brass D-guard. Outside the hilt, this part is shaped like a beast or a dragon with hand-engraved scales and decorative details. The cross-guard is embellished with openwork engraved motifs, while the D-guard is a lean, narrow and straight piece. The steel blade bears no decoration at all and remains shiny and even, with no remarkable signs of wear. Last but not least, the scabbard bears a black blued finish and is finely preserved too. For its original quality and gorgeous hilt, this rare South Asian infantry sword will stand out in a collection of high-end antique weapons. Dimensions: Blade Length: 27.56 in / 70 cm. Total Length: 32.28 in / 82 cm.ES-D-097