A rare lapis lazuli hilted kilij dating: about 1820 provenance: Ottoman Empire, Curved, single-and false-edged blade made of fine damask, with fuller, both sides featuring various cartouches with gold floral decorations and quotes from the Qur'an followed by a request addressed to Muhammad to intercede for the owner, in Turkish language: 'Verily we have granted thee a manifest victory.' (Qur’an 48:1)'Help from God and a speedy victory! So give the glad tidings to the believers.' - Qur’an 61:13, in part','ya muhammad / kil şefa’at ümmetindür mehmed'(O Muhammad, intercede! Mehmed is from your community.) Cross-shaped, iron hilt gold-inlaid with floral motifs, a double open-work on both ends. Karabea-type handle with beautiful grips made of lapis lazuli with rivets and iron frame with gold decorations. Wooden scabbard with leather covering and iron mounts decorated en suite. Two suspension rings. length 84.5 cm.