Original Ornate Indian 17th-18th Century Mughal Zahgnal Battle Axe with Decorated Bone Handle Hotchkiss .303 Basket dimensions: 4 1/4" width

Basket dimensions: 4 1/4" width x 5” length

The maker is G

during the First World War when he performed the deed for which he was awarded the Victoria Cross

The notable aspect is the excellent Norwegian Volunteer decal which is retained at 95%+

Shell is 37 × 249 mm

Original Ornate Indian 17th-18th Century Mughal Zahgnal Battle Axe with Decorated Bone Handle Hotchkiss .303 Basket dimensions: 4 1/4" widthOriginal Item. Only One Available. These are not only very unusual but also extremely RARE, and this is the first example that we have had! Known as a Mughal Empire Era "ZAHNGAL" Battle Axe, these usually date to the 17th Century. They were introduced first in Northern India by the Muslim Iranian "Mughals," who took over most of India in the 1600s, and controlled it until the 19th century. The axe head on this example most likely dates to the late