Persian Qajar Dagger

[Dom]

Originally Posted by DaveA

Dom,
Thank you for posting this beautiful item!

I notice that the overall shape of blade and hilt, and hilt decoration, is similar to one in my collection although many details differ.
Mine is provisionally identified as Persian and I welcome any comments that would shed more light on its identification. Here are some pictures for your consideration.
Best Regards,
David A.

Hi David
indeed, your "jambiya" seems to be from the same origin
it's a pity that, there is no scabbard, because the dagger was certainly having a nice one

anyway, the decor on ricasso, with the "2 peacock" is typically Qajar, or Persian

what's funny, I guess that our two daggers have the same slight defect;
- the blade is not firmly sealed in the hilt, there is some play

I have extrapolated for yours, looking at the pictures,
but mine has this little problem

did you get a close look at the blade ? no evidence for a special steel ?

all the best

à +

Dom