ANTIQUE SWORDS AND DAGGERS

This exceptionally comprehensive book features edged weapons dating from the Neolithic period to the early 20th Century. These fascinating antiques come from all over the globe, including Europe, North America, the Middle East, Asia, Japan and Africa. Detailed descriptions and over 1,200 outstanding colour photographs help collectors identify and study the characteristics, historical uses and current values of highly diverse swords and daggers. Among the items showcased are tribal, ceremonial and presentation edged weapons, Indonesian krises and Borneo "head-hunter" swords. Valuable information is provided about rare artefacts, terminology and evaluating age and authenticity of the weapons. Novice as well as advanced collectors will find this an indispensable reference. Mircea Veleanu has been studying and collecting swords and daggers for nearly forty years.