Congratulations.
Great dagger. I was offered this dagger a few years ago.
But at that time already I was exclusively collecting arms and armor of Afghanistan.
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Originally Posted by mariusgmioc
Classic Indian wootz blade, probably early 19 century, with more recent (probably around 1900) hilt.
Most daggers with one piece rock hilts are not suitable for combat use as the joint between the hilt and the blade cannot withstand strong shocks, and the hilts themselves are prone to cracking. They became popular around 1900 when daggers gained more of a decorative/status role.
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I agree with Marius.