An Indian khanjar with chiselled jade handle, 2nd half of the 17th century, Double-edged, slightly curved wootz Damascus blade with reinforced point and central ridge on both sides. Handle of greyish-green jade cut in relief with bud-shaped pommel and lotus flowers on both sides of the grip base. Leather-covered scabbard with silver fittings punched with flower ornaments, the reverse locket with silver-trimmed decorative tassels attached to the suspension loop. Length 40 cm. Rare handle shape with classic Mogul motifs from the Aurangzeb period, t, Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available

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Keywords: 17th, century, chiselled, handle, indian, jade, khanjar