Jambiya with Scabbard, circa 1650
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Artifact Overview
A jambiya is a curved dagger worn close to the body and used for close-at-hand defense. The ornate interlaced chased decoration on the scabbard is typical of Islamic ornamentation. This example is a classic Moroccan jambiya.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Dagger (Weapon)
Date Made
circa 1650
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
71.101.168
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of John L. Booth.
Material
Wood (Plant Material)
Steel
Brass (Alloy)
Copper (Metal)
Color
Silver (Color)
Gold (Color)
Brown
Dimensions
Length: 15.5 in
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