Dagger called Jambiya - Oman, Saudi Arabia - 20th century

Dagger called Jambya
Oman, Saudi Arabia
20th century
Silver, steel, wood, leather
Long. total: 28; Long. blade: 18 cm

Curved iron blade, double-edged, with a central ridge.
Silver-covered wooden handle with geometric patterns and silver studs.
Wooden sheath covered in silver with geometric patterns, pellets and studs, and leather.

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