Monday 15 July 2013


Ashoka Arts - Antique Islamic, Oriental & Ethnographic Swords, Indo-Persian, Moro, Tribal Indonesian & Malaysian Keris / Kris,  Vintage and AntiqueDaggers.


Ashoka Arts - quality online dealers of antique weapons - we take pride in making your transaction easy, no hidden issues, unlike 'no-contact' websites without accountability. Fast shipping with priority courier services, multiple payment methods, flexible terms of payment - layaways. We are always at the end of the phone and respond to email contacts usually within minutes.


AFGHAN ISLAMIC KILIJ SWORD WITH DAMASCUS WOOTZ BLADE AND GOLD INLAY

Fine Indian or Afghan sword


Fantastic gold koftgari steel hilted Pulwouar sword with a wootz damascus blade, north indian shamshir kilij style tip with gold inlaid calligraphic panel with arabic makers mark or signature and koranic text circa 1780

We specialise in selling fine quality Indo-Persian and Islamic swords. Our items are carefully selected for the enthusiast and quality and rarity are of utmost importance for the pieces we offer. Our shop offers antique weapons from all around the world from Keris and klewangs from Indonesia, Barongs and weaponry from the Philippines, thai and burmese dha swords  from South East Asia, Dayak mandau swords from Borneo to Uzbek and Caucasian shamshirs and shashkas.



GREEK RASAK RIFLE WITH SILVER DECORATION
Superb vintage Greek flintlock kariophili or rasak rifle with beautiful silver damascened inlay to the lockplate, the barrel and all steel parts, a rare survival from the period of the Greek War of Independance against Ottoman rule, early 19th century


As most dealers we started out as collectors so we understand well the needs of other collectors. Primarily we hold a special interest in indian and persian weapons ( hence the Ashoka! name, also many other diverse and varied areas. We are always interested in purchasing good examples from this area, and all other antique swords and weapons of good quality!



SILVER AND HORN SAUDI ARABIAN JAMBIYA DAGGER ISLAMIC
Beautiful high quality Arabian Saudi  jambiya Dagger with horn hilt wholly encased with silver wire, filigree and panel decoration, stunning craftsmanship



In our online store we are able to accept payments from all major credit cards, we also can accept most other forms of payment, please contact us here if you wish to pay via bank transfer or have enquiries about any other payment methods.
Welcome to Ashoka Arts!


FINE SINO-TIBETAN CHINESE GOLD SILVER DIRK DAGGER
Magnificent and stunning Tibetan dirk dagger inlaid with gold, silver and precious stones, Ashoka Arts regularly offer weapons from the Far East, China, Tibet, Japan, Burma, Korea and sub regions, only the finest antique weapons..!



Adding regularly to the website, some of our latest offerings, we take pride in the fact that despite being specialised, we offer very good prices, usually below those offered by more general militaria dealers who 'talk up' regular pieces. We are based in the UK and are able to ship internationally fast .  We have a number of sections that may be of interest including Antique Islamic, Oriental & Ethnographic Swords, plus also Moro, Indonesian & Malaysian Keris / Kris, and also Vintage and Antique Daggers.

Wednesday 19 June 2013

Ashoka Arts - Antique Islamic & Tribal Swords & Daggers






ashoka arts- fine caucasian kindjal dager with gold and niello circa 1840
ashoka arts - very fine Persian sipar shield with extensive gold inlay and watered steel circa 1780








Ashoka Arts are one of the foremost dealers in Oriental, Islamic and Eastern arms and armour on the internet. They have a well respected following of international collectors and dealers, and have supplied items to many of the top collectors and museums around the world. Offering a fascinating and diverse selection of antique items of militaria and tribal art some of their website subsections include Antique Islamic, Oriental & Ethnographic Swords, plus also Moro, Indonesian & Malaysian Keris / Kris, and also Vintage and Antique Daggers, Armour, helmets and archery item, polearms, axes, clubs from Oceania, Australia.  A regular selection of new fresh items are offered from all regions of the globe, including indo persian swords, and guns and muskets. One of the advantages of dealing with Ashoka Arts is their personal and fast communications, coupled with their long experience in sourcing good items, and their friendly and flexible approach to payment terms They have the ability to ship anywhere in the world fast, safely and at a competitive rate using the top International couriers.