India, British Protectorate. A Katar, C.1870 Hold also marked with star hallmark

also marked with star hallmark for gilded bronze

to have seniority in that rank from October 27

the suspension loop with a maker’s mark of “L

36mm x 40mm

Anne's Hospital in Ste

India, British Protectorate. A Katar, C.1870 Hold also marked with star hallmarkThis unique design of katar or Katara, it is made out of iron with a single mould casting, its blade is joined to a handle in a U shape, with hilt comprising two parallel bars connected by two cross pieces, featuring its characteristic H shape which serves as the handle, with double edged triangular steel blade, magnetic, with semi sharp edges and having a dull tip, measuring approximately 85 mm wide x 430 mm in length, exhibiting severe general