art-of-swords:Tuareg DaggerDated: 19th centuryPlace of Origin: North AfricaMeasurements: overall len
art-of-swords:Tuareg DaggerDated: 19th centuryPlace of Origin: North AfricaMeasurements: overall length: 15 inches (380mm). Blade length: 8.25 inches (210mm)An ornate North African dagger, probably from the Tuareg people, the principal inhabitants of the Sahara. More elaborate than most, the dagger is 14.25 inches (360mm) long, housed in a copper and brass scabbard, highlighted in silver, with detailed chasing all over. Inscribed on the rear, and having a small belt loop.The dagger has a distinctive dome shaped pommel with a large round pommel. The main body of the hilt appears to be made from horn, and profusely inlaid with silver. The silver ricasso features an ‘X’ design, and a lower ricasso of chased brass, both sides having different and intricate chased geometric patterns.Source: Copyright © 2016 Runjeet Singh -- source link
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