This is an 18th century Tibetan ritual sword. The hilt is made of wood and steel. The wooden part, designed as a vajra, is encircled by beautiful supportive twisted strips of steel. The double edged steel blade of triangular form ends in a pointed tip. The blade shows a rough surface. The sword is in good condition, showing a slight damage and wear consistent with age: serrated edges on parts of the blade, a dull tip as part of it has broken and traces of polychrome and gilding on the wooden par ...click for details
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