Medals & Coins, Arms & Armour - 23rd November 2022

Lot 308

A Marsh Arab dagger (jambiya)

Estimate £50 - £70 | Hammer £60

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Description

A Marsh Arab dagger (jambiya), curved blade 9 in. with narrow medial rib, polished horn hilt with white metal mountings and arched pommel, collar engraved with scenes of palm trees among huts, boats and camels; leather covered scabbard with semi-internal brass chape.