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Zhang Zongchang, Chinese warlord (1881 - 1932), a presentation saber A heavy, lightly curved blade, deep fuller on both sides and etched tempering line. Slight staining. There is a red inlaid presentation inscription on the reverse side of the ricasso, consisting of four characters (roughly: "A gift from Zhang Zongchang"). Gilded brass hilt of Japanese pattern, worked in relief. Sharkskin grip cover with brass wire wrapping. Backplate with a lions head pommel. Gilding worn. Black lacquered iron scabbard with two moveable suspension rings (possibly lacquered lat,

Zhang Zongchang, Chinese warlord (1881 - 1932), a presentation saber A heavy, lightly curved blade, deep fuller on both sides and etched tempering line. Slight staining. There is a red inlaid presentation inscription on the reverse side of the ricasso, consisting of four characters (roughly: "A gift from Zhang Zongchang"). Gilded brass hilt of Japanese pattern, worked in relief. Sharkskin grip cover with brass wire wrapping. Backplate with a lions head pommel. Gilding worn. Black lacquered iron scabbard with two moveable suspension rings (possibly lacquered lat, Stock Photo
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INTERFOTO  / Alamy Stock Photo

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B47B3W

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13.5 MB (812.9 KB Compressed download)

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Dimensions:

1431 x 3295 px | 12.1 x 27.9 cm | 4.8 x 11 inches | 300dpi

Date taken:

17 June 2008

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INTERFOTO / History

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This image could have imperfections as it’s either historical or reportage.

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