Shamshir, North India, probably Uttar Pradesh, 19th c., handle and scabbard in copper alloy covered with calligraphic inscriptions, enamelled decoration with gilding remains, pommel with zoomorphic head, dated 1270 AH (1853 AD) at the end of the scabbard, l. 96.5 cm Traces of rust on the blade Scratches on the blade Glue runs between handle and blade Surface wear Missing cords and worn wires The blade does not fit easily into the scabbard Small dents on the scabbard Small chips on the scabbard A lower ring with visible traces of welding A shamshir, North India, probably Uttar Pradesh, 19th century, dated 1270 AH (1853 AD) at the end of the scabbard, 96.5 cm long Traces of rust on the blade Scratches on the blade Glue running between the handle and the blade Overall wear to the surface Missing threads and worn out threads The blade does not fit easily into the scabbard Traces of small knocks on the scabbard Small chips on the scabbard A lower ring with visible weld marks