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Genuine antique Caucasian Dagestan Russian sharp iron sword (dagger) with wooden scabbard, 1000-1500 AD, Russia

The origin of this double edged iron (attracted to magnet) sword is not clear.

Approximate age is 500-1000 years old.

The scabbard is constructed of two wood pieces, covered with leather and stitched with heavy thread.

There is a special wooden loop, designed to carry scabbard on the belt.

The handle is constructed of two wooden parts, connected by two antique iron nails

Length with a handle: 60 cm;

Length of the scabbard: 51 cm;

Length of the sword in scabbard: 64 cm = 25.2 inches;

Weight of the sword: 400 g;

Weight of the sword in scabbard: 550 g;

Condition: heavy used in battles, scabbard is missing some leather;

Provenance: Private collection of arms and swords in Florida, USA.

Auction results: $3,500