An outstanding Tibetan sword
A very good example of a Tibetan dpa'dam in its archetypical form.
GalleryA rare Jinchuan sword
A royal sword, probably from the Wasi kingdom in present-day Sichuan province.
GallerySinhalese export sword guard
A large circular Asian export sword guard with elaborate decor carved in relief on both sides.
GalleryPierced iron saddle
Executed in the Tibetan style, exhibiting dragons in foliage chasing flaming jewels.
GalleryJīnchuān shortsword
Jinchuan aborigines sword, the Qianlong emperor's name for this type of sword.
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