AN INDIAN SWORD (FIRANGI), LATE 18TH CENTURY

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with later tapering blade double-edged towards the point, formed with a pair of long fullers on each face, iron hilt of characteristic form, including a pair of shaped langets enclosing the forte, punched with Bikaneer arsenal marks on one face, broad knuckle-guard, and faceted attenuated pommel.  In good condition, blade without bends or chips (save one very small edge chip) , some light surface discolouration but generally very good.
98 cm; 38 5/8 in blade.