Yemen Dagger

[Dom]

Originally Posted by J. Wicker

I have this yemen dagger, and am looking for some info, on the authenticity, of Rhino handle. Comes with All silver sheath. Any help appreciated.

Hi J. Wicker
very nice yemeni "Dharia" dagger
- type; "Badihi"
- hilt style; "Sayfani"
- area; Sanaa - Yemen
- age; "contempory"
(sources ; "Weapons of the Islamic World" (Swords & Armour)
about the "rhino" handle ... picture not enough acute to give an opinion

à +

Dom