Indian Antique Swords

Use an Antique Indian Sword for a Unique Wall Hanging

An authentic Indian sword makes a riveting wall hanging or another type of conversation piece in your home. You can find a wide array of gently used Indian knives and swords for sale on eBay that range from simple to ornately decorated.

What types of Indian knives and swords are available for sale online?

There is a broad array of swords for sale from India. A sword for sale in India may be any of these styles, including the tulwar, khanda, and pata. Each has a different use in combat or other fighting. You can also find these styles of swords for sale:

• Kirach
• Zulfigar
• Sossun
• Patah
• Tega

What materials are used to make Indian swords?

Indian swords for sale online come in a wide array of surprising materials. Some of those materials include wood, silk or fabric, paper, malachite, jade, bone, or agate. Typically, these materials will be used as adornments, embellishments, or the handle. The blades of an Indian chakram for sale or an Indian talwar for sale will usually be made from these metals:

• Silver
• Iron
• Brass
• Copper
• Bronze

Adornments on Indian swords

You will find many embellishments on an Indian sword. One famous hilt sword has an elephant and lion face carved out of precious stones. Authentic ornamental swords used by kings for ceremonial occasions will sometimes come up for sale on eBay. These sometimes have fine koftgiri handwork on the scabbard and handle. Some damascus blades will come with intricate hand-chiseled work. In addition, you may find the following:

• Brass scrollwork
• Embroidered sheaths
• Hand-carved handles
• Leather scabbards trimmed in silver

What types of blades do Indian swords and knives have?

A common Indian sword for sale is the talwar, which was used throughout the subcontinent beginning in the Middle Ages. An original talwar price will depend on its materials and adornments. However, there are many blade types on Indian swords, although many are referred to as the tulwar. Below is a list of some other types of Indian sword blades.

• The Golia - This is sometimes spelled goliya. It has a very curved blade, and its name comes from the Punjabi word for round. It sports a single edge.
• The Tegha - This is a single-edged, wide-blade sword originally used for cutting through cloth armor. It was later associated with executions.
• The Sirohi - The blade of the Sirohi is slim and slightly curved.
• The Sukhela -This is a single-edge, straight blade typically used in the south of India.