ITEM NO.
Chinese_0009

$3400.00

18th-19th c. Chinese Szechwan Lolo Leather Armor Set
It's quite hard to find lolo armor intact, so when I aquired this set it was a pleasant surprise to find only a small section of laquer flaking off. I've only seen 2 in the last 10 years. (bought them both) This suit comes with a matching arm guard. They would use it like a shield while the other hand was free with the sword. Skirt is a bit tight on one side, but easily fixed in a day with some leather conditioner.
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ITEM NO.
Chinese_0008

NFS

Extremely Rare 17th-18th c. Bhutanese Helmet
Not many of these around, especially with the originally padding, earflaps and top ring. The original chin straps are still intact also. The condition of the fabric is poor, but the fabric that originally was sewn to the delicate fabric is in good condition. The chased silver work is very fine and in great condition for the age. The photos speak for themselves. CLICK HERE FOR MORE PHOTOS.

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Chinese_0007

SOLD

Massive c. 1800-1850 Vietnamese Saber - Guom
Vietnamese saber also known as Guom. The single edged grooved blade is slightly curved, thick, heavy 25 3/4 inches long. Hilt is exceptionally large at 10 3/4 inches. Hilt, guard and mounts are entirely made from chiselled steel. Most examples are made from cast bronze or brass. The grip is made from ivory, with silver and brass spacers, and what appears to be amber. Hilt is decorated with silver koftgari. Dragon head is finely chisselled with inlaid brass eyes. Sheath is newer with antique tassle and silver bead. Large for a Guom. 38.5 overall in sheath. CLICK FOR PHOTOS.
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Chinese_0006

SOLD

Fine 19th c. Vietnamese Jian Sword
Very rare and beautiful sword. Most Vietnamese swords have a curved blade. This version is undoubtably copying the shape and style of the chinese Jian sword. Well carved Ivory grip, chased silver mounts, and mother of pearl inlayed sheath. Still retains it's original tassle. CLICK HERE FOR MORE PHOTOS.

ITEM NO.
Chinese_0005

Reduced price!
$1200.00

Fine 19th c. Chinese Strung Bow
Very fine 19th century chinese recurved composite bow. It's made from several different layers of material including senew, bone, horn, wood, bark, etc. The entire back of the bow is reinforced with 2 large pieces of horn. It's quite rare to see a bow still strung. This bow is in excellent condition. 55 1/4 inches overall. Small old repair, probably a surface repair. Doesn't appear to have an effect on the strength or shape of the bow. CLICK HERE FOR MORE PHOTOS.

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Chinese_0004

SOLD

18th c. chinese Fighting Dao Sword
Fairly large Chinese broadsword with large blade. Handle has been missing the wrap for quite long time. Old repair to the guard. Iron guard, pommel cap and sheath mounts. Signed "ma dao gong cheng" in Pinyin translation. Literal translation: Horse has arrived, and the job is well done. Meaning: wishing one to be successful, error free in what one will pursue. For another $150 I will rewrap the hilt in typical chinese fashion and antique it. 28 1/8 in blade. 29 in measuring cutting edge. 2 in at widest point of blade. 35 inches overall. 35 1/2 inches overall in sheath. CLICK HERE FOR MORE PHOTOS.
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Chinese_0003

SOLD

Massive 19th c. Chinese Horseman's Sword
The minute you take this sword out of the sheath, it's clear it didn't belong to a small person. The blade is enormous, but still quite light for it's size. Signatures under the wrapping indicates that it was most likely owned by a member of a secret society or gang. A friend of mine from Hong Kong read it to say "qing feng hao" Meaning: QING-celebrate FENG-abundant, plentiful, generous HAO-title. Blade is 33 ins. Overall size 39.5 in. In sheath 40.5 in. 2in at the widest point of blade. CLICK HERE FOR MORE PHOTOS.
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Chinese_0002

$2350.00

Fine 19th c. Burmese Dha sword
Very fine, heavy dha sword from Burma. The hilt is heavy thick carved ivory. The silver work is thick too, not like the usual work you see from that area. Slight damage to the handle is shown in the photos. There are no other cracks or damage other than small dents and scratches from age. Thick heavy blade is still quite sharp. Blade is 20 1/4 inches. Overall size in sheath 30 1/4 inches. CLICK HERE FOR MORE PHOTOS.

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