Very rare set of unusual húdiédao, China, mid 19th century Afghan 4 Sep 1939 – 2

4 Sep 1939 – 2 Jan 1940

attributed to Justus Sutterman

The klych resembled 18th-century cossack sabres in their shape

An elegant horn hilted kukri with the crescent moon mark

Very rare set of unusual húdiédao, China, mid 19th century Afghan 4 Sep 1939 – 2Hdidao (), also known as butterfly swords, are twin swords usually identified with Southern China. Strong association with Wing Chun. This set is a stunning example, with both swords present as well as the original leather scabbard. Whilst antique Wing Chun sized Hudiedao are extremely rare, this sub type are of a type that is much rarer than their counterparts with the knuckle guard and hooked quillon. Apart from the guard less nature of these knives