This Indian dagger (Khanjar) is from the Mogul period, probably late 18 to early 19 C. Blade 9 ½ inches long, forged from very good wootz (Watered, Damascus) steel), re curved and double edges with gold decoration. Handle is carved from fine jade of light green shade set with red stones (Rubies??). Scabbard made of wood covered with velvet and mounted with nicely pierced and chased silver mounts. Total length 15 inches. Very good condition. A very fine and rare piece.