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Unique Antique Chinese Dao Dragon Sword

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Item Details

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DESCRIPTION: Antique Chinese Dao sword comprised of an arch brass crossguard with two flanges and curled ends, a clover form pommel beneath a round carved bone handle. Featuring an unique curved blade etched at either side with a depiction of a dragon chasing a flaming pearl and a cut scroll tip. Scabbard is composed of brass and has suspension ring along with a chape.
CIRCA: 19th Century
ORIGIN: China
DIMENSIONS: W: 3" L: 31.5"

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CONDITION: Wear consistent with age. Patinated at the brass fittings. Scuffing and scratching throughout. Oxidation at the blade. Mild deformation to the scabbard.See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

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Unique Antique Chinese Dao Dragon Sword

Name: Unique Antique Chinese Dao Dragon Sword
SKU: 136998177
Price: 175 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $1,000

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