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19th November 2013, 08:01 PM
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Omani Dagger
Did anyone actually see this dagger recently sold at an Italian Auction House?
Certainly I've never seen one like this before. Anyway, if my computer skills allow, here is the auction house description and pictures. "LOT NO. 1019 Dagger category: Oriental Weapons origin: Oman dating: XIX century description: Straight blade with two wires, with triple fuller; silver mounts embossed wooden grip covered with remains of leather, faceted and buttoned at the cusp tip. Wooden scabbard covered with leather decorated with impressions, with silver mounts embossed. conditions: good dimensions: length 56 cm. awarded: € 650.00 (starting price € 300.00)" I would be interested to know what the forum thinks. Regards Richard PS. The auction has finished so I don't think I've broken any rules, but if the moderators think there are copyright or other problems, I apologise, and please amend as appropriate. |
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19th November 2013, 09:11 PM
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Clearly an incorrect compostite piece to my eyes.
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20th November 2013, 03:28 PM
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Well isn't that amazing ? I have to say I have never seen anything like this. In some ways I wish it were Omani... it looks like a devastating weapon for close in work...Medieval looking... but its a made up thing methinks. The dancing sword hilt, Omani silver adornment on a cut down Omani scabbard. Cut down blade? Is this is a fake? It looks like it. Regards, Ibrahiim al Balooshi. |
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20th November 2013, 03:52 PM
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Lets not forget the Somali silver pommel cap.....
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21st November 2013, 02:01 PM
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Regards, Ibrahiim al Balooshi. 
Last edited by Ibrahiim al Balooshi; 21st November 2013 at 02:47 PM. |
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22nd November 2013, 01:17 PM
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Actually, I don't think this is a cut down sword blade, the configuration of the fullers would seem pointless on a longer blade, and the scabbard looks to be made for it. The hilt I agree is more problematical. Nevertheless, could this be a genuine Omani or possibly East African freak based on an imported blade? - the first known "dancing dagger"?
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23rd November 2013, 06:04 AM
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Salaams Richard G, Haha! I really like your terminology...The first known "dancing dagger" ! Such a pity it isn't a real dagger... I mean real Omani Dancing Dagger... Great thread... Thanks... Regards, Ibrahiim al Balooshi.
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