Myetery knife

[harrywagner]

Originally Posted by Miguel

Hi Harry,
Nice knife, thanks for sharing it with us. I have no doubt that it is a Koummya but I have not seen one before so heavily decorated with jewels and I tend to agree with Kubur that it has been made for someone for special occasions. If you look at page 33 of `Islamic Weapons Maghrib to Moghul` you will see similar decoration on Janwi and Nimcha.
Best wishes
Miguel

Hi Miguel,
I have that book but did not notice the similarity. Thanks for bringing it to my attention. The curli-cues are very similar. This knife has them attached to what looks like a vine, versus in a circular pattern around a central flower or shape. This may be just a variation in design. No doubt it is Moroccan. Thanks to you, Kuber, and others for the help. I plan to have it appraised and will update this thread with the result.

Best regards,
Harry

[Kubur]

Dear Harry,
Sold recently and dated from the first part of the 20ties.
Recent but valuable...
Best, Kubur

[harrywagner]

Originally Posted by Kubur

Dear Harry,
Sold recently and dated from the first part of the 20ties.
Recent but valuable...
Best, Kubur

Hi Kubur,
Wow. Thank you. That removes any doubt I still had. I wish the one I have looked as nice as those two!

Best regards,
Harry