"This antique Mughal-era Indian battle axe dates to the 17th-18th century and features an armor-piercing steel blade characteristic of Islamic Indo-Persian weaponry of the period. Measuring approximately 19.75" in overall length with a robust 6" curved cutting edge, the axe displays a classic wedge-like bearded profile designed to deliver concussive force and penetrate armor. The haft appears forged as a solid extension of the blade or securely mounted by traditional iron rivets, with patina consistent with ceremonial or combat use.
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"This rare 17th century Indian katar features a distinctive "hooded" design, named for the overhanging steel guard that extends beyond the hand, forming a protective canopy above the grip. The blade is double-edged and forged with a reinforced midrib for armor penetration. The grip is constructed with parallel steel handgrips flanked by a robust central support bar, flaring slightly at the pommel for secure handling. The piece is accompanied by its original iron or hide-wrapped sheath, showing appropriate age-related wear.
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"This finely crafted 19th century Bazu-Band (forearm defense plate) features detailed gold and silver inlay over a blackened iron surface, typical of Persian or Indian ceremonial armor from the Qajar or late Mughal periods. Measuring approximately 12.75" x 3", the arm guard features raised chiseled borders, floral arabesque motifs, and geometric patterns rendered in precious metal overlay (koftgari work). The reverse shows light curvature, as expected for wear across the arm, and minor oxidation consistent with age.
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"This is a traditional Bhuj axe-knife, a regional weapon form from Sindh and Gujarat, India. Measuring approximately 20-22 inches overall, the dagger features a broad, fixed blade set into an axe-style haft, often used in downward slicing motions during mounted combat. This example is complete with a tooled brass sheath and a felt-lined scabbard. The blade displays decorative chiseling, and the top of the haft is sculpted into a ram's head pommel, symbolizing courage and virility. Bhuj weapons served as both tools of war and expressions of craftsmanship, often gifted to warriors or used ceremonially during festivals and court presentations. Unlike swords, these axe-daggers emphasized brute force and control, with reinforced hafts allowing for greater torque in strikes. Their hybrid form enabled effective use on horseback or in close quarters. A striking piece of South Asian martial culture, this Bhuj blends functionality with symbolic artistry, an ideal centerpiece for any collector of Indo-Persian edged weaponry....more

"This rare Indian Bhuj Kuttai, also known as an "elephant knife," dates to the 17th or 18th century and features a sculpted elephant head pommel atop a long-hafted axe-blade construction. Sometimes described as a hybrid between a sword and an axe, the weapon has no remaining sheath and shows age-consistent oxidation and patina. The forward-curved blade is mounted directly to the shaft, with traces of chiseled tooling at the base and reinforced shoulders.
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"This striking antique tribal dagger measures 11.5" overall with a 7" blade and features a highly decorative hilt and sheath consistent with Islamic and North African tribal motifs. The hilt is ornately inlaid and shaped in traditional forms, suggesting use by a warrior caste or high-status individual. Blade is forged steel with a tapering form for piercing, housed in a hand-tooled scabbard when complete.
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"This beautiful North African Tuareg Dagger from Niger is an exquisite example of early African weaponry, featuring a silver-plated blade with intricate geometric patterns and green stone inlays on the handle and scabbard. The scabbard itself is adorned with additional silver-plated metalwork and stone accents, only missing one metal plate along the sheath, this Tuareg dagger is an exceptionally gorgeous find!...more

"This is a fine antique Chinese Jian sword, measuring 22.75" overall with a 15.75" straight blade, housed in a traditional sharkskin-covered scabbard with ornate brass mounts. The blade is of classic jian form, double-edged and narrow, suited for both slashing and thrusting techniques. The fittings show stylistic elements associated with late Qing Dynasty military or scholarly blades, indicating a high-status owner. ...more

"A beautiful Qing Dynasty Jian Sword, along with its natural turtle shell scabbard showcases the traditional and auspicious symbolism of early Chinese weaponry. The hilt features a dark reeded timber grip with brass fittings, all intricately adorned with motifs of longevity, fortune, and happiness along the scabbard and metal. The crossguard, shaped like a stylized bat, reinforces the theme of prosperity. ...more

"This extremely rare ancient Chinese warrior dagger or short sword features a carved white jade hilt paired with a forged iron blade, measuring 15.75"" in total length with a 10.75"" blade. The jade hilt is artistically shaped with light translucence and smooth contours, while the iron blade displays corrosion consistent with its estimated age of 1000-1500 years. A true museum-caliber artifact from early Chinese civilization.

Daggers like this were likely carried by elite military officers or ceremonial guards during China's Northern and Southern Dynasties or early Tang Dynasty periods. Jade was highly revered in ancient China-used for both spiritual and ornamental purposes-and its presence here suggests the owner held a high social or military status. This weapon reflects not only ancient craftsmanship but also the powerful symbolism jade carried in early Chinese belief systems, representing virtue, protection, and immortality....more

"This Tibetan-Bhutanese Dagger dates back to the 17th-18th century, featuring a finely layered Damascus steel blade and intricate golden embellishments on the pommel. The dagger retains much of its original design and aesthetic including the handles textured grip, the functionality and aesthetic appeal for its carrier still remain. While the sheath shows considerable wear in salty condition, it once reflected the dagger's elegant design that is still apparent on the pommel.
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"This walking cane features a stunningly carved ivory handle depicting a Japanese warrior in combat with a squid. This imaginative, high-relief carving showcases extraordinary artistry and storytelling, a hallmark of Japanese Meiji-era craftsmanship. Japanese ivory carvings from the 19th to early 20th centuries often drew from myth, folklore, and theatrical scenes.

The combat with a squid may reference symbolic struggles or legendary sea battles. This piece merges functional design with the elaborate narrative artistry unique to traditional Japanese ivory work....more

"A striking 19th-century bronze-handled cane featuring a finely cast figural sculpture of a reclining nude woman with a dove, an embodiment of peace and sensual elegance.
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"This is an early 20th-century tin coffee grinder advertising "Sphinx Brand Java and Mocha Coffee." The piece retains visible graphic remnants of the brand, though overall condition is poor, with significant surface wear, corrosion, and loss of paint. Mechanism may be partially functional or seized; likely intended as a display or restoration candidate.
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1861/50 GO PF Mexico 8 Escudo – NGC AU50 – “Hand on Book” Overdate This 1861/50 GO PF Mexico 8 Escudo, graded About Uncirculated 50 by NGC, is a standout example of Republican-era Mexican gold. Struck in Guanajuato, this coin features one of the most iconic and symbolic designs of 19th-century Latin America: the famous “Hand on Book” motif, representing liberty through knowledge and constitutional law.

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"heavy example standing 7.5" tall!...more

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