art-of-swords:Moplah SwordDated: 19th centuryPlace of Origin: South IndiaMeasurements: Overall lengt
art-of-swords:Moplah SwordDated: 19th centuryPlace of Origin: South IndiaMeasurements: Overall length: 23in (590mm). Blade length: 14in (355mm)This sword is the traditional sword of the Moplah or Mappila people – an Islamic community originating from early Arab contact through trading in South India. The sword employs a high carbon steel blade, with a sharp edge and a very ornately brass mounted wooden handle.The lower part is solid brass, decorated with black enamel, and shares design features with the Adya Katti sword, used by their Hindu neighbours the Coorgs. The pommel end is mae of timber set with brass roundels and chased brass strips.Source: Copyright © 2016 Runjeet Singh -- source link