July 12-14, 2022 Collectible Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 7/12/2022
Convex shield decorated with engravings reminiscent of Farsi calligraphy; several shields are known to have Quran verses and various attributions. Central raised area decorated with pierced decorations with further depictions. Brass studs and wire throughout central raised area to accentuate piercings. 4 floral bosses. Brass trim edge. Arm straps are missing and replaced with metal wire for display, central area of convex with affixed metal pieces (reverse of brass studs) holding what look like copper plate reinforcements. CONDITION: Very good, with a smooth chocolate patina mixed with consistent areas of dove grey throughout. Some areas of slight oxidation throughout. Brass is very shiny and was probably polished. Reverse is an even chocolate patina. Some gaps visible in copper plating that does not detract from overall. EMW