A Complete Ornate Bosnian Bichaq
A Complete Ornate Bosnian Bichaq - This Bichaq measures 32 cm in length while in the sheath, with a 22 cm blade. The hilt is a broad tapering type with ornate inlays and beading along the crest. Each grip slab is well carved bone inset with brass dots, circles or varying sizes and within each large circle are clear Ottoman influenced small brass circles with each again inlayed. The blade is a broad type with an upswept needle tip with file work to the spine and does remain in very good condition although there has been contact to the tip and that is missing. The scabbard is brass covered that appears to have a gilt colouring to it. There are areas of loss to the sheeting but it remains strong and intact. The blade has been pushed through the end of the scabbard over time. A very fine and complete Ottoman period Bosnian Bichaq.(C:41)

