This fine dagger is Persian, early 19 C. or earlier, 10 inches blade forged from fine high contrast watered steel (Wootz , Damascus). The steel hilt is also forged from watered steel, but needs better polish to bring it out. Traces of gold decoration on the pommel and cross guard corners. Original tooled leather scabbard with brass tip (later). Total length 15 inches. Very good condition. Scabbard tip is later to the rest.