Eastern knives for identification please.

[TomHurstAntiques]

I know that one of these is a Shona dagger and another is possibly a Chinese currency sword. I’m not sure what the others are. Moroccan? Jambiyas? Any information would be greatly apriciated.

Many thanks,
Tom.

[kahnjar1]

Hi Tom,
From the top....
The scabbard and handle are from a Moroccan Koummyya dagger.
Some sort of African knife.
Moroccan Koummyya dagger.
Algerian (so called) Wedding Nimcha.
The whip is likely a Camel Whip.Could be North African or from anywhere where camels are used.
Regards Stu

[Kubur]

They have camels in China...
But this has nothing to do with camels and whip...
It's a Chinese sword made of coins...
:shrug:

[kahnjar1]

They have camels in China...
But this has nothing to do with camels and whip...
It's a Chinese sword made of coins...
:shrug:
Yep you are right. On a closer look (magnified) it is NOT a whip but a coin sword.
Stu

[RobT]

Hi All,

I believe the African knife is a bakatwa of the Shona people. See Spring's African Arms and Armor pg 134.

Sincerely,
RobT

[kai]

Hello Tom,

I agree with the others.


I know that one of these is a Shona dagger
Planning to update your avatar? :)

Regards,
Kai

[TomHurstAntiques]

Thank you for all your knowledge.
I will update it soon.