India, British Protectorate. A Katar, C.1870 Hold 36mm x 40mm

36mm x 40mm

the suspension loop with a maker’s mark of “L

Constructed of black cotton

A Madagascar Campaign Medal 1883-1886 " France

India, British Protectorate. A Katar, C.1870 Hold 36mm x 40mmThis 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