Thomas,
This is a daab from Thailand, made in Aranyik (spelled Arunyig on the blade). I have never seen the maker's mark, but it probably identifies one of the several shops there.
Dates are hard to judge from photographs, but I would not place it older than your estimate. These were often brought home as souvenirs by GIs who went on leave in Thailand, or other travellors passing through. Serge (cozun) can probably give better specifics, as he has close contacts with the smiths at Aranyik.
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