An antique Indian talwar style ceremonial sword with curved steel blade housed in a velvet covered scabbard. The hilt with elaborate openwork guard and ribbed grip, displaying traditional South Asian styling throughout. Accompanied by a red velvet wrapped scabbard with metal fittings, giving the piece a striking presentation. Likely made for ceremonial, decorative, or wedding use. An appealing example for collectors of ethnographic arms, Indian art, or decorative militaria.

Wear consistent with age and use including oxidation, surface wear, scuffs, and losses to the velvet covering. One scabbard with visible separation and blade tip penetration through the end. Blade with age-related discoloration and handling wear throughout. Sold as a decorative antique example.