Russische Shashka met bajonet, antieke afwerking, semi-scherp Keltische sieraden en hangers near the urn containing the

near the urn containing the cremated remains of its presumed owner

Collars like this were worn all over Europe during the 17th century

heft een kling van 76 cm lang en weegt ongeveer 1 kg

Castlefest and reenactment

Russische Shashka met bajonet, antieke afwerking, semi-scherp Keltische sieraden en hangers near the urn containing theThe shashka, Cherkessian for "long knife," is a saber of Caucasian origin that was adopted by the Russian army in the 19th century and eventually became the legendary weapon of the famous Cossacks. The most distinctive aspect of this saber was the hilt, which had no handguard and was equipped with a distinctive, downward curved pommel. On horseback, the shashka was most effective due to its unique design, making it an excellent choice for cavalry.