An nice Chinese sword Jian. Good steel blade, double edged with visible laminated construction, seven inlaid dots, chiselled calligraphy to one side at the forte and a dragon to the other. The hilt and scabbard mounted with brass fittings, nice rich patination, the hilt wrapped with blue cord against a red paper backing, retaining original cord lanyard strap. The scabbard lacquered in black complete with domed hanging bands, locket and chape. Very good condition, interesting example. 19th century. hold
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