Ottoman khanjar, probably from Turkey, 18th–19th century.
Ottoman Khanjar Ottoman world, probably Turkey, 18th–19th century. 40 cm. This weapon features a double-edged Damascus blade with a central ridge and a light green stone handle. Its shape is characteristic of Turkish productions from this period. The gold-inlaid Damascus blade bears a number of inscriptions intended to provide protection and an apocryphal date.
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Ottoman Khanjar Ottoman world, probably Turkey, 18th–19th century. 40 cm. This weapon features a double-edged Damascus blade with a central ridge and a light green stone handle. Its shape is characteristic of Turkish productions from this period. The gold-inlaid Damascus blade bears a number of inscriptions intended to provide protection and an apocryphal date.