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Originally Posted by Marcus
How would you classify this piece?
This what Artzi said:
"The Yali is a Hindu mythological creature which is believed to be very powerful and thus its image was used in sword and daggers handles. This one is from South India, 7 1/2 inches re-curving blade with a brass handle with a Yali head pommel. Total length 10 1/2 inches. Good condition."
The handle is very small. It is only comfortable for me to hold in my whole hand, ignoring the knuckle guard.
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Hi, Marcus.
Congratulations! Excellent dagger.
I would call this a dagger - Bichwa from South India.