Russia, North Caucasus. A Long Ornate Khanjali Auction measuring 310 mm (w) x

measuring 310 mm (w) x 200 mm (h)

with a metal core and a gray wool backer

illustrating a shield bearing the initials "E P" (Eesti Politsei) and framed by oak leaves

25 mm (w) and weighing 28

Russia, North Caucasus. A Long Ornate Khanjali Auction measuring 310 mm (w) xA 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