Indian katar, 18th century, wootz steel blade, gold koftgari decorations, H. 18 7/8 in. (47.9 cm); W. 3 7/16 in. (8.7 cm); Wt. 16.2 oz. (459.3 g), Met Museum, Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935. The watered steel blade has a chiseled medallion at the top of both sides decorated with an inscription that reads: Help from Allah and a speedy victory. So give the glad tidings to the believers (Koran 61:13). #6
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