Royal Kothimora Gurkha kukri, 19th century knife Leather Silver Steel Bone Napal.

Looks recently sharpened

Tight fit in the sheath

Small piece of silver missing on rear of decorative silver

Amazing work of art. The engraving and detail is excellent

Please send any questions you have. Similar blades only sell up to 6000$

These types of Khukuri are called Kothimoras (kukris with silver scabbard). Specially designed for Royals and high ranking officers, crafted using material Like Bone Gold, Pure silver, Fine leather, Iron and wood. Kothimoras are also given to a retiring Gurkha Army officer as an honor.

This Special khukri has a traditional Sirupate style blade with a bone handle. It has a scabbard of black leather covered wood. Nice detail work depicting flowers and petal carvings. Nice dark patina. Aging wear and tear. This museum quality Khuri is extremely rare.

Origin: Nepal 19th c ( WW2 era)

Overall 42cm, Blade 27cm, Handle 9 cm