In 1780, during the Second Mysore War, the British were defeated at the Battle of Pollilur. Tipu had the battle painted on the walls of his Summer Palace to celebrate his triumph. David Baird was ...

The weapon bears Tipu Sultan’s name engraved in gold in Persian script, along with moon symbols. Its handle is made of copper with a gold coating. Measuring 10.16 cm in width and 91.44 cm in length, ...