Dagger Called Jambiya - Yemen - Late 19th Century - Early 20th Century

Dagger Called Jambiya - Yemen - Late 19th Century - Early 20th Century-photo-3

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Object description :

"Dagger Called Jambiya - Yemen - Late 19th Century - Early 20th Century"

SWORD called Jambiya
Yemen, late 19th - early 20th century
Marine ivory, steel, wood and silver
Total length: 42 ; Blade length: 28 cm

Dagger with a curved steel blade with a gold damascus heel, double edge and median ridge. The handle, called saifani, is made of marine ivory and is carved in a curved manner.
The wooden scabbard is covered in silver with relief decoration of pearled fillets and marked with four punches. It ends in a point with a flower bud ornament. A symbol of prestige, this dagger refers to the social status of its owner. Worn on the belt, it is considered a masculine accessory.

Reference : 1118

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Price: 2 450 €