Caucasian Weapons of the
16th-20th Centuries
Caucasian weapons are unique artifacts of material culture and embody the history of the Caucasus. The manufacture of weapons has long been one of the most important crafts among the peoples of the Caucasus. Brave warriors, the Caucasian highlanders, never parted with their weapons, valued them highly, and spared no expense in decorating them. Weapons became an integral part of their national attire. Caucasian weapons are categorized into melee weapons, ranged weapons, firearms, and protective gear