Curious about a Kard
 

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.

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

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

Ham

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