Featured in this lot is this British / Indian Sikh late Victorian era ceremonial cutlass from the late 19th century / early 20th century. This cutlass shows a curved blade and steel handle construction with etched floral and scroll motifs on both sides of the blade. One side of the blade shows a Khanda symbol etched above the ricasso. The Khanda is the primary military and religious emblem of Sikhism, representing the core philosophy of Deg Tegh Fateh (victory of charity and arms). It symbolizes a balance between spiritual sovereignty and temporal authority. This is a ceremonial sword, not used for combat, commonly gifted at weddings and other ceremonial events. It features a fuller on both sides stopping at the bottom 1/4 and top 1/4 of the blade. It shows an all steel handle and hand guard with a scrolled guard. No identifying marks are present on the handle or the blade. A possible "D" mark is present on the ricasso on one side of the blade. It does not come with a scabbard. It shows good condition overall with wear present from its age, but no major signs of damage is noted. The blade measures 30 1/2" L x 1 1/4" W, the handle measures 6 3/4" L x 5 1/4" W. The entire piece has a length of 36 3/8" L. It has a total weight of 3 pounds and 2 ounces.