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Sword, Knife, Scabbard, D24.2354

Physical Description

Blade convex-concave, reduces to point stopping convex curve. Engraved lined, scrolled, convex side, concave side next hilt. Straight hilt, bound cane; bone pommel, carved, simplistic monster head (?), trimmed tufts from snout. Scabbard bound rattan cane; reed sheath. Knife: wooden handle, straight, curved blade; cotton and rattan loop and mount strap; hair on bottom of sheath.

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Measurements

Maximum dimensions (H x W x D): 690 x 90 x 45mm
Maximum dimensions (H x W x D) (a - Sword): 630 x 90 x 25mm
Maximum dimensions (H x W x D) (b - Scabbard): 570 x 65 x 45mm
Maximum dimensions (H x W x D) (c - Knife): 405 x 20 x 15mm

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