Ethiopian Sword - Empress Zewditu Ottoman Within two years of formation

Within two years of formation

operations of the Flying Column in the Kurram Valley

is representative of the period's fusion of artistry and weaponry

state that he was wounded during this campaign but this has not been substantiated

it was classified as a true broadsword

Ethiopian Sword - Empress Zewditu Ottoman Within two years of formationAn imposing Ethiopian sword for a high ranking officer or nobleman, etched with the name of Empress Zewditu. The sword bears several Amharic inscriptions, and shows traces of having been originally blue and gilt. The blade was custom made by Wilkinson in the UK. The inscription at the middle of the blade bears the name of the empress Zewditu in Amharic, ''. The velvet covered scabbard and belt mounts show traces of silver gilt. This style of scabbard