Curious about a Kard

[CharlesS]

I am really intrigued by this unusual kard dagger I recently acquired. The blade is superb. The fittings are of average quality except for some of the wire work.

I am curious where this one is from??? The dress looks just a little Cretan or Greek, except for the chape which looks typically Central Asian.

The quality of the blade suggests Persian work. So, at the moment I am leaning towards a Central Asian origin, maybe Turkmen??

....so I am open to any opinions on the origin of this piece!! :confused:

Thanks in advance for any input.

[eftihis]

Hallo Charles,
To me it does not seem to have any Greek or Cretan influence.

[ham]

Certainly has Central Asian affinities but is N. Indian work.

Ham

[Battara]

I'm more inclined with Ham in the silverwork being North Indian.