This very fine pair of swords is Turkish, late 19C. It comprises a silver mounted Yataghan and a silver mounted Bichaq short sword. The blades of both items is forged from very fine pattern welded steel in the pattern known as Turkish ribbon. Finely chased silver handles and silver scabbards. Blades 22 and 10 inches. Total 32 and 16 inches. Very good plus condition. Very rare set.