India, British Protectorate. A Katar, C.1870 Hold Constructed of black cotton

Constructed of black cotton

also marked with star hallmark for gilded bronze

The reverse with a barrel hinge and vertical pinback meeting a round wire catch

terminating with two gilt metal aiguillettes topped by bullion balls

36mm x 40mm

India, British Protectorate. A Katar, C.1870 Hold Constructed of black cottonThis 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