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Al-Ma’thur, also known as « Ma’thur al-Fijar » is the sword which was owned by the prophet Muhammad before he received his first revelations in Mecca. It was willed to him by his father. He migrated with this sword from Mecca to Medina and the sword remained with him until it was transferred, along with other war equipment, to Ali b. Abi Talib. The handle is of gold in the shape of two serpents, and is encrusted with emeralds and turquoise. Near the handle is a Kufic inscription saying: ‘Abdallah b. ‘Abd al-Muttalib. |
Al-Ma’thur Lame 99 cm.- Musée Topkapi – Istamboul |
