Chinese double-jian
Measurements (one sword)
Very interesting pair of swords in one scabbard. The blades are flat and
engraved on one side, have a 3 1/2" ricasso and then develop into an oval
cross-section with a raised double ridge fuller on the other side.
Traditional seven brass dots inlaid into the blade. Quite unusual blade
geometries, I haven't seen the like before. Grips and scabbard are wood with
brass fittings, with a three-dimensional lizard on one of the scabbard
fittings. Even more unusual is that the swords and scabbard are set up for a
left-handed swordsman - the lizard placement indicates the swords are to be
worn on the right hip. A really magnificent pair of swords - I have no idea
of exactly when or exactly where they were produced.
This has been identified as a modern-made fake antique. Many similar
swords are being produced in central China and are being sold on eBay as
original antiques. Caveat emptor!
length: 41 1/2"
blade: 32"
blade width: 1 5/8"
grip (handle and pommel): 8"
guard: 4"
weight: 3 lbs 5 oz