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Tipu Sultan’s Sword Auction
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- Tipu Sultan’s sword, the 18th century ruler of Mysuru, has been sold for 14 million pounds ($17.4 million or ₹ 140 crore) at an auction in London.
- Tipu Sultan won fame in wars of the late 18th century.
- He fought against the Marathas on several occasions between 1775 and 1779.
- The sword was found in the private quarters of Tipu Sultan's palace.
- Tipu Sultan was given the nickname "Tiger of Mysore" for the ferocity with which he defended his kingdom.
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