An Arabian Jambiya, late 19th century
Session One
LOT 22
An Arabian Jambiya, late 19th century
Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 6 000 - 8 000
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An Arabian Jambiya, late 19th century
the horn handle with silver studs and filigree decoration, the blade of standard form, the scabbard with silver and silvered metal filigree studded decoration, with seven rings with chain work, with embroidered belt, the blade 18cm long; and another, the horn handle with copper and silver pin work and silver embossing, the blade of standard form, the leather scabbard with embossed silver decoration, the belt headed by studs and flat wire decoration, the blade 17,2cm long
*This lot is not suitable for export
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