Double Stag Horn Knives

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SA16 Burma Double Stag Horn Knives

Code SA16

A pair of knives in a single scabbard, provisionally identified as Burmese late 19th or early 20th C.  The blades are sturdy and sharp, and strongly resemble dha blades of similar size from the region.  The hilts are stag horn.  The scabbard and hilts are decorated with silver in floral patterns.  The scabbard also features an elephant.  

Detail, double stag horn knives, Burma

Detail, double stag horn knives, Burma

Detail, double stag horn knives in scabbard, Burma

In scabbard, double stag horn knives, Burma


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