An Arabian Jambiya, early 20th century
Session One
LOT 18
An Arabian Jambiya, early 20th century
Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 5 000 - 7 000
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About this Item
An Arabian Jambiya, early 20th century
the dark wooden hilt applied with nine large silver bosses, the plain blade with slight curve, the scabbard applied with rows of silver beads, rope-twist bands and sections, the blade 21cm long; and a Berber Jambiya, circa 1900, the hilt with silver decoration to the front applied with a pair of mounted with pyramid-shaped scrollwork and engraved brass panel, the blade of typical shape, the scabbard similarly decorated and applied with pierced handles, with old repairs, the blade 21,7cm long
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