Moroccan Dagger Known As Koumya With Lion Claw Blade - Morocco, 19th Century

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"Moroccan Dagger Known As Koumya With Lion Claw Blade - Morocco, 19th Century"

Moroccan dagger called koumya with lion claw blade - Morocco, 19th century Rare type of sickle blade called "lion claw" (makhles s'ba). According to Charles Buttin (see catalog of the collection of ancient European and Oriental weapons of Cahrles Buttin); this type of blade was reserved for the black guards of the sultans. Beautiful handle in blond horn. Silver scabbard chiseled with arabesques and floral motifs. Some small dents in the silver. Length 35cm Length without scabbard 32.5cm Blade length 18cm Weight 452gr Weight without scabbard 270gr

Price: 2 200 €