A infrequent saber shaped sword discovered Talas Region of Kyrgyzstan

Historical sword, found on June 4, 2023, is an exquisite medieval piece, a rare discovery not just in Kyrgyzstan but throughout Central Asia.

An ancient saber was discovered in the village of Amanbaev, Talas region, said Siyatbek Ibraliev, a researcher at the Kyrgyz national complex Manas Ordo.

The find was made by three brothers, Chyngyz, Abdylda, and Kubat Muratbekov, along with Nurdin Jumanaliev, who have been actively involved in archaeology. Over the past year, they have contributed around 250 historical artifacts to the museum fund, he said.

The sword, found on June 4, 2023, is an exquisite medieval piece, a rare discovery not just in Kyrgyzstan but throughout Central Asia. Its well-preserved condition and craftsmanship show the skill of blacksmiths from that era.

The saber shaped sword consists of various parts, including a pommel, hilt, blade, and a guard. Its curved shape suggests it may belong to a Muslim country, similar to "shamshir" sabers found in the Indo-Iranian region. Such sabers were known for their sharpness and lethality due to severe curvature, making them lethal in combat.

The discovered saber has the following dimensions:

Length: 90 centimeters
Tip length: 3.5 centimeters
Hilt length: 10.2 centimeters
Handguard length: 12 centimeters
Blade length: 77 centimeters
Blade width: 2.5 centimeters

The discovery opens up new possibilities for future archaeological studies, and it is hoped that more similar sabers might be found in the region in the future.

Source: akipress.com