Bidspirit auction | Persian Qajar Kard Dagger, 19th

Persian Qajar Kard Dagger, 19th C. - 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 Condition: Wear commensurate with age and use. Grip appears later replaced, with minor surface wear to blade, mounts, and sheath.