Very Good, Very Large Early Arab Jambiya Dagger from the Hijaz - 12804


Almost the longest we have seen, 34 inches long, this Jambiya dagger is late 19 - early 20 C. coming from the Western regions of Arabia, Hijaz and Asir. The blade is 23 inches long, 2 ½ inches wide and very well forged with a shallow central rib. Horn handle set with silver nails and silver rondels. Leather covered scabbard with chased brass locket and chape. Very good condition.

 
 
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