Dagger - Yemen - 1900-1950
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Description from the seller
Traditional Arab Khanjar, or jambiya dagger, with a curved steel blade and an intricately decorated sheath.
The dagger possesses the characteristic form of traditional bladed weapons of the Arabian Peninsula and is likely from Oman or Yemen. The sheath is adorned with richly ornamented metal appliqués and features a decorative red velvet trim. The handle shows the typical shape for this dagger type and is embellished with decorative metal rosettes.
The blade is double-edged and shows age-related signs of use. The sheath has a leather-covered wooden core with finely executed metal fittings. The decorative design makes this piece an attractive collectible of Oriental weaponry and ethnographic art.
Condition:
Original sheath present
Decorative red velvet trim
Age and use marks present
Slight oxidation marks on metal parts
Blade shows age-related signs of use
Overall good collectible condition
Dimensions:
Overall length: 35 cm
Blade length: 21.5 cm
Width: 19 cm
Blade thickness: approx. 2.5 cm
Origin:
Arabian Peninsula, presumed Oman or Yemen
Traditional Arab Khanjar, or jambiya dagger, with a curved steel blade and an intricately decorated sheath.
The dagger possesses the characteristic form of traditional bladed weapons of the Arabian Peninsula and is likely from Oman or Yemen. The sheath is adorned with richly ornamented metal appliqués and features a decorative red velvet trim. The handle shows the typical shape for this dagger type and is embellished with decorative metal rosettes.
The blade is double-edged and shows age-related signs of use. The sheath has a leather-covered wooden core with finely executed metal fittings. The decorative design makes this piece an attractive collectible of Oriental weaponry and ethnographic art.
Condition:
Original sheath present
Decorative red velvet trim
Age and use marks present
Slight oxidation marks on metal parts
Blade shows age-related signs of use
Overall good collectible condition
Dimensions:
Overall length: 35 cm
Blade length: 21.5 cm
Width: 19 cm
Blade thickness: approx. 2.5 cm
Origin:
Arabian Peninsula, presumed Oman or Yemen
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Yemen
Condition
Good
Height
21.5 cm
Width
19 cm
Depth
2.5 cm
Overall Length
35 cm
Estimated period
1900-1950
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