Persian Qajar kard dagger, early 19th century, with a straight single edged steel blade and reinforced point. The hilt has a white grip, likely replaced in the twentieth or twenty first century to imitate ivory, a material commonly seen on other examples of this type. The dagger also features ornate metal mounts decorated with gold floral arabesque designs. Accompanied by a black velvet covered sheath with cord trim.

Measurements 12" overall

Materials: Steel blade, white grip, decorated metal mounts, velvet covered sheath.

European Arms Expert

Wear commensurate with age and use. Grip appears later replaced, with minor surface wear to blade, mounts, and sheath.