Up for sale is this fine Arab Saif sword, characterized by a relatively short and wide blade, down curving silver handle of a very distinct shape, probably a development from the Nimcha sword handle or the other way around. Various blade were employed, ranging from Persian trade to European military blades. These swords are common in the Arabian Peninsula, more in its southern areas. The fine one shown here is a fine exemplar late 19 - early 20 C, top quality, 28 inches blade, 35 inches total length, scabbard entirely covered with silver. This sword come with its original silver braided carrying belt. A very fine piece.