Dagger called Jambiya - Yemen - 19th century

Dagger called Jambya
Yemen
19th century
Silver, steel, wood
Long. total: 37; Long. barrel: 21.5 cm
(Old accident)

Curved iron blade, double-edged, with a central ridge.
Silver-covered wooden handle with geometric patterns and silver studs, marked on the back.
Wooden scabbard covered in silver with geometric patterns, pellets and studs.

Ref.: 6332

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