What language is the writing on the hilt of this sword?

[Jim McDougall]

Originally Posted by Battara

Could it be Turkish (which at an earlier time used Arabic script)? Towards the end of the empire they also used western style swords.

Well observed Jose!!
In the later 19th century, British sword makers often supplied various foreign powers with military swords, including the Ottomans, and this 'gothic' style milirary pattern was one frequently used.

Best regards,
Jim

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