ART OF THE ISLAMIC WORLD AND INDIA

A LARGE YEMENI SILVER MOUNTED JAMBIYA DAGGER WITH HORN HILT, 19TH CENTURY

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Start price: £750

Estimated price: £800 - £1,200

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Description

The curved steel blade is broad and double-edged with a strong central ridge. The hilt is fitted with two circular gilt medallions and capped with a prominent pommel. The sheath is elaborately decorated with fine silver overlay, forming dense floral and geometric patterns across its surface.

Belt: L: 86cm

Dagger: L: 35cm