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Pesh-kabz and scabbard
Pesh-kabz and scabbard, nd. Blade has traces of watering. Hilt possibly of walrus ivory. Lanyard stanchion missing. Inscription on reverse of tang explains its history. Captured at Battle of Gujerat, 2nd Sikh War, (1848-1849). Inscribed on reverse of tang: This dagger was taken by the Scinde Horse from the chief in command of the Afghan Cavalry at the Battle of Goozerat and presented by Lt Malcolm and his brother officers to Col the Honbl Henry Dundas commanding the Bombay Division of the Punjab. Date: 1848
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1848 1861 Blade Bombay Hilt Inscription Ivory Knife Lanyard Missing Possibly Reverse Scabbard Sikh Traces Walrus Watering
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This evocative photograph showcases a Pesh-kabz, a traditional dagger from South Asia, along with its scabbard. The blade exhibits faint traces of watering, suggesting its historical use. The hilt, intricately crafted and possibly made of walrus ivory, adds to its aesthetic value. The lanyard stanchion is, however, missing. The inscription on the reverse of the tang provides a fascinating insight into the dagger's history. Captured during the Battle of Gujerat in the 2nd Sikh War (1848-1849), this dagger was taken from the chief in command of the Afghan Cavalry. It was then presented by Lieutenant Malcolm and his fellow officers to Colonel the Honourable Henry Dundas, who was commanding the Bombay Division of the Punjab at that time. The date of this significant event is recorded as 1848. The Pesh-kabz is an essential part of the rich cultural heritage of the people of South Asia. This dagger, with its intriguing history, stands as a testament to the various military conflicts that shaped the region's history. The absence of the lanyard stanchion does not detract from the dagger's historical significance, making it an intriguing artifact for collectors and historians alike.
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