Search for Treasure Worldwide Chapter 2909: Mamluk Cavalry Statue
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In the antique store, Ye Tian and David were admiring the many antique relics and artworks, or so-called antique relics and artworks, displayed on the shelves, and they seemed very engaged.
Yousuf stood aside and accompanied them on the tour. From time to time, he introduced the origin of the corresponding goods to them and communicated with Ye Tian in a low voice.
Ahmed, the senior Egyptian policeman, two clerks, and several customers who had walked into the antique store were standing a little behind, watching Ye Tian and the others. Everyone is full of curiosity.
While talking, Ye Tian and the others came to a new shelf, which was also filled with goods and a dazzling array of goods.
Ye Tian quickly glanced at the items on the shelf, then reached out to pick up an Arabian scimitar and examined it with interest.
This Arabian scimitar seems to have some history. The scabbard made of sterling silver has become darker and has lost its luster. The scabbard is engraved with exquisite Arabic-style patterns and some ancient Arabic characters.
The scabbard of this Arabian scimitar should have been inlaid with some gems. Unfortunately, these gems have long since disappeared. They must have been pried away, leaving only the bare bases.
There are also several exposed bases on the brass guard and handle of this Arabian scimitar, and the gems inlaid on them have long been pried away.
The handguard on the handle of the knife has also been replaced. The pattern carved on the guard matches the patterns on other parts of the handle, and there is no sense of inconsistency!
Ye Tian checked the scabbard, then pressed the mechanism on the handle and tried to pull out the Arabian scimitar.
The next moment, a cold light flashed before everyone's eyes. Ye Tian successfully pulled the Arabian scimitar out of its sheath and presented it to everyone.
There are some rust marks on the blade of this Arabian scimitar, but not much. The forging marks on the blade are clearly visible, and the exquisite patterns are like flowing clouds and flowing water, layered over the entire blade.
On both sides of the blade of this Arabian scimitar, there is a deep blood groove. The blade is extremely sharp and flashes with a deadly cold light. Just looking at it makes your whole body chill.
Compared with the ordinary Arabian scimitar, the blade of this knife is a bit longer and the curvature of the blade seems to be smaller.
In addition, on both sides of the blade of this Arabian scimitar, close to the handle, are engraved a line of Arabic and several French letters, as well as a clearly visible emblem.
Ye Tian took the Arabian scimitar and inspected it carefully, then pondered for a moment, and then said:
"If I read it correctly, this should be the famous Damascus sword, and it is a Mamluk cavalry saber. Both the Damascus sword and the Mamluk cavalry have left a mark in history!
Judging from the words engraved on both sides of the blade, this Damascus sword should have been cast between the end of the 18th century and the beginning of the 19th century. The French letters on the side of the blade, as well as this emblem, are from Napoleon's recent past. Guards emblem.
At the end of the 18th century, when Napoleon was on an expedition to Egypt, he was shocked by the powerful combat effectiveness of the Mamluk cavalry, so he formed a Mamluk cavalry unit and became his guard, following him in all directions. Repeated military exploits!
In the famous Battle of Austerlitz, in the **** suppression of the popular uprising in Madrid, and even in Napoleon's successful breakaway from the battlefield after his defeat at the Battle of Waterloo, the Mamluk Guards played an important role. .
Although this Damascus sword looks almost perfect, the steel used is a little wrong. It is not the famous Utz steel. Moreover, this Mamluk cavalry sword has never been on the battlefield. It seems to lack a bit of murderous intent!
Another point is that the history of this Mamluk cavalry sword does not seem to be more than 200 years old. According to my judgment, this sword was actually cast at the end of the 19th century, not when Napoleon conquered Egypt. The end of the eighteenth century!
Of course, it’s possible that I made a mistake! Mr. Yusuf, can you tell me about this beautiful Damascus knife and where did you get it? What do you think of this Mamluk cavalry sword? I'd love to find out! ”
As he said that, Ye Tian gently held a knife in his arm, and then turned to look at Yusuf who was standing next to him.
The moment he turned his head, his eyes seemed to have inadvertently glanced at another item on the shelf, and a hint of surprise flashed across his eyes.
It was a rusty bronze sculpture, about fifty centimeters high. The figure it carved was a Mamluk cavalryman charging into battle.
And this is a modern Mamluk cavalry. The Damascus knife he wields, the pistol on his waist, and the rifle hanging on the side of the saddle are all enough to illustrate his identity.
It can be seen that this bronze sculpture is not very old, no more than the mid-to-late 19th century, and it is more likely to be a modern handicraft made in the 20th century!
The rust on this bronze sculpture is all on the surface, which is not difficult to remove, and the production is not exquisite.
From this point, it can be inferred that these rust stains may be caused by being buried underground, but it is more likely that they are artificially aged, just to increase the sense of age and enhance the value of this bronze sculpture!
In Ye Tian's eyes, this bronze sculpture, which was not very old and of little value, radiated a bright and dazzling light, and a refreshing aura flowed around it.
Obviously, there is a valuable top antique cultural relic hidden inside this modern Mamluk cavalry sculpture. The bronze sculpture outside is just a cover, just to confuse others!
Ye Tian's eyes swept over this bronze sculpture without stopping at all, and without revealing any flaws.
Hearing what Ye Tian said, Yusuf did not respond immediately. Instead, he looked at the Damascus knife, thought for a moment, and then nodded and said:
"That's right Steven, the Damascus sword in your hand is indeed the famous Mamluk cavalry sword. It is not made of the famous Utz steel, and this cavalry sword should not have been used in battlefield fighting. .
Since the birth of the Damascus knife, after hundreds of thousands of years of development and consumption, the precious Utz steel was exhausted in the 19th century, and it is difficult to find a large amount of Utz steel to forge Damascus knives.
The remaining wootz steel has become extremely precious and is worth no less than gold. Most of the Damascus knives forged in later generations are made of composite steel. Strictly speaking, they are not Damascus knives.
The forging date of this Mamluk cavalry sword should be in the 19th century. The symbol of Napoleon's Guards is enough to prove it, but I am not sure about the specific casting time. It may be the late 19th century.
Judging from the state of preservation, this knife has indeed never been used on the battlefield. There are no marks left by hacking on the blade. The purpose of its casting may be for decoration, or it may be the handiwork of an antique dealer... ”
Ye Tian laughed softly and nodded slightly, obviously agreeing with Yusuf's analysis.
Next, Yusuf introduced the origin of this Mamluk cavalry sword. He collected it in the Khalili market. The specific origin is unknown!
Twenty minutes passed in the blink of an eye.
Ye Tian and the others finally came out of Yusuf's antique shop and came to the street outside again.
At this time, Ye Tian seemed to have a small box in his hand, which contained an antique cultural relic from the ancient Egyptian period, not the Damascus knife, nor the Mamluk cavalry sculpture.
As for the value of this ancient Egyptian cultural relic, Ye Tian naturally knew it well. The price he paid for accepting this antique cultural relic was negligible!
In Yusuf’s antique shop, he discovered not only this ancient Egyptian artifact and the Mamluk cavalry sculpture, but also other surprising discoveries, and more than one!
But rather than purchase these neglected antiques and artefacts, he took his finds to heart and captured them with a pinhole camera.
The people who sweep up these top antiques, cultural relics and artworks will come here later and sweep away these top antiques, cultural relics and artworks!
After walking out of Yusuf's antique shop, Ye Tian glanced at the market that became more lively, and then took David and the others deeper into the market and continued to sweep!