PERSIAN HORN-GRIPPED QAMA DAGGER

DESCRIPTION
An antique Persian Qama dagger manufactured probably in the 19th century. The steel tang is fitted with green-coloured cow horn grip scales, secured with gold-decorated steel rivets. The fullered, double-edged steel blade is decorated with gilded etched designs and bears a manufacturer’s mark. The knife comes without a scabbard.

CONDITION
The knife is in used antique condition with signs of age and wear and a nicely patinated surface. The grip scales show signs of later repairs, and the small central decoration is missing.

SIZE
Blade length: 47 cm
Total length: 61 cm
Weight: 730 grams

SHIPPING
Worldwide shipping from Finland, combined for multiple items.