Indo-Persian Silver Inlaid Iron Tabar / Battle Axe aesthetic floral carving at the top

floral carving at the top and an acanthus leaf arcade around the bottom

green pulled feather shades

These water storage vessels make impressive planters or decorative vessels

The hand forged handle ends with a great knop and curled end

Latin title: (1) Gloria in Excelsis Deo (Glory be to God on high)

Indo-Persian Silver Inlaid Iron Tabar / Battle Axe aesthetic floral carving at the topDETAILS This form of battle axe weapon was found in the Ottoman Empire, Persia, India, Armenia, Turkey and surrounding countries. It is known as a tabar or tabarzin (saddle hatchet). This antique, 19th century example has a single crescent shape blade with traces of silver inlay with a long pole handle. PLACE OF ORIGIN Persia Middle East WEIGHT 1 pound 5 ounces DATE 19th century DIMENSIONS Width 27. 25 Depth 1. 25 Height 6. 25 inches