KANUNI CAM KILIC

Description

The sword, which has been regarded as the representative of heroism, independence and power for centuries, has been carried by nobles, high-ranking soldiers and commanders in both the East and the West. In the Middle Ages, the best swords were made by heating and hammering a quality iron called sword egg and steeled by quenching in different styles. Various sources mention that the Turks were the most famous swordsmen and their skills in quenching steel.

It is known that Ottoman swordsmen made swords of the types called ticani, moorish, zivziki and tirazi. Unlike straight swords, which are heavy and rely more on wrist power, the movement of the wrist was important in curved swords. Using such curved swords required special training and skill. The sword-wielding ceremonies performed at the enthronement of the sultans were one of the most indispensable Ottoman palace traditions. Swords were used over and over again by renewing the worn parts over time. Due to the widespread use of firearms, the manufacture of swords decreased over time after the 18th century and was used as an accessory of uniforms in ceremonies.

The sword was considered a meaningful gift as well as a weapon. Wishes of victory and happiness by the rulers with gold and silver inlays on his muzzle, kalima-I tawhid, On the Kanuni Glass Sword, inspired by the sword of Suleiman the Magnificent, the words “O Hannan, O my God, who is Mennan! O my God, whose bounties are hidden! Make sure we are afraid. O Lord of the property. This precious sword was made for Sultan Suleiman, the son of Sultan Selim, the sultan of the people. May Allah grant him victory.” is writing.

The patterns on the Kanuni Glass Sword are handcrafted using 24-carat gold and antiquated paints. The slime (the part that protects the hand from attack) is made of brass material. Production is limited to 2,000 pieces.