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Extremely Rare 18th C Southern Indian Deccan Chilanum Well carved marine ivory hilt, of typical 17th/18th century form. Splayed crescent pommel and ball finial carved as acanthus leaves. Delicate knuckle-bow with bud finial. Double recurve watered steel blade with slightly swollen armour piercing tip. NB: ivory export restrictions (L35.5cm) Purchased 3/12/1989, Mallett at Bourdon House. PROVENANCE: From the collection of the late Warren MallardEstimate $1,500-2,500