A luxury gold damascened small-sword, Tula, circa 1760 Narrow thrusting blade of triangular section (slightly shortened) with finely etched, gilt décor on a blued background along its entire length. The root of the blade lightly pitted. Iron knuckle-bow hilt with a pointed oval guard plate. Finely chiselled, beaded band decoration and gold-inlaid floral décor in relief. Original grip, the extremely intricate winding set with faceted iron beads and gilt blossoms. Length 85 cm.Condition: II