Omani dagger? Filipino knife? and ivory hilt dha

phil.reid · 19th August 2023, 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Sajen

My honest collection of sewars.

Beautiful collection. Thankyou for sharing and for your knowledge

Ian · 19th August 2023, 03:43 PM

Hi Phil,

I agree that your dha knife is a nice old one from mid-to late-19th C. The silver covered scabbard is typical Shan work, with a flat toe, filigree bands that segment the presentation and filigree wire work in these segmented panels.

Knives such as these were often decorative or status symbols, and Shan men wore them as part of their attire when they got married. As a result, they are fairly common. Your example is better than average with a nice intact ivory hilt.

Not only the blade needs a clean. You should give the filigree work a bit of gentle cleaning to remove some of the old polishing compound. A soft tooth brush, some warm soapy water, and patience are needed--the filigree work can be delicate and a bit fragile, so take it slow and easy.

Very nice knife for a flea market pick up. You will see online what selling prices are being asked for these knives now. I suspect you got a good deal at the flea market

TVV · 20th August 2023, 02:19 AM

The jambiya is an assib jambiya from Yemen.

19th August 2023, 03:43 PM	#2
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,522	Hi Phil, I agree that your dha knife is a nice old one from mid-to late-19th C. The silver covered scabbard is typical Shan work, with a flat toe, filigree bands that segment the presentation and filigree wire work in these segmented panels. Knives such as these were often decorative or status symbols, and Shan men wore them as part of their attire when they got married. As a result, they are fairly common. Your example is better than average with a nice intact ivory hilt. Not only the blade needs a clean. You should give the filigree work a bit of gentle cleaning to remove some of the old polishing compound. A soft tooth brush, some warm soapy water, and patience are needed--the filigree work can be delicate and a bit fragile, so take it slow and easy. Very nice knife for a flea market pick up. You will see online what selling prices are being asked for these knives now. I suspect you got a good deal at the flea market

20th August 2023, 02:19 AM	#3
TVV Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Bay Area Posts: 1,725	The jambiya is an assib jambiya from Yemen.