Khanda
The khanda is one of the oldest types of Indian sword. It was
extremely popular in Orissa and Central India and a favourite
weapon of Rajputs. Khandas tend to have a broad, straight blade
that widens towards a blunt point. However, this example possesses
a European blade with inscribed Latin script that has been added at
a later date. The hilt is characteristic of those found on khandas,
with a round, flat pommel surmounted by a large spike.
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RI_DC_0000150
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East Ayrshire Council