Russia, North Caucasus. A Long Ornate Khanjali certificate_of_authenticity Constructed of fine quality red

Constructed of fine quality red wine colored velvet fabric

Footnote: Charles Emile Martin

demonstrating extensive mothing to the reverse liner and other material fatigue consistent with age and souvenir modification

Volume 1 published in 1932

An Officer decoration in silver gilt

Russia, North Caucasus. A Long Ornate Khanjali certificate_of_authenticity Constructed of fine quality redA long format Khanjali featuring a dark hardwood handle riveted to a steel tang, presenting ornate silver fittings, each hand etched with contrasting patination, handle measures 13cm in length and is Russian silver hallmarked and maker marked; with a 38 cm double sided blade with etched detailing at the ricasso, exhibiting numerous edge knicks and rust points; protected within a matching scabbard with a base of wood wrapped in replacement leather as