The Andrew Newall Collection of Weapons and The Vyvyan Myerson Collection of Cut-Steel and Cutlery

Online-Only Auction, 6 - 18 October 2021

Session One
  • An Arabian Jambiya, late 19th century


Lot Estimate
ZAR 7 000 - 10 000

About this Item

An Arabian Jambiya, late 19th century

the handle with silver studs and filigree work, the blade of standard form and inlaid with copper dot work, the scabbard with silver filigree decoration and seven rings with chain work, the blade 17cm long; and another, the horn handle with studs and filigree decoration, the blade of standard form and engraved with Islamic inscription, the scabbard embossed with silver wirework decoration, the blade 17,5cm long

*This lot is not suitable for export

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