Description:
Gurkha Knife with Two Utility Knives in One Sheath, Kukri, southern Asia, 19th/20th century, the curved, fullered blade with two notches at the base, the bronze and wood hilt decorated with dotted metal inlays, fitted into the leather sheath with two miniature knives, overall lg. 12 in.
Estimate $20-200
rusting to the blades of the utility knives, suface abrasions and wear to sheath; dagger in good condition
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Keywords
dotted metal inlays, South Asia, Blade weapons, Dagger, Gurkhas, Knife, Knives, Kukri, Nepal, Nepalese culture, SheathCarly Babione
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