Turkey, Ottoman Empire. An Ornate Silver Khanjar Dagger, c.1850 Republic of me" and signed by Jacob

me" and signed by Jacob Townsby

Each pocket has a fold over flap

with three holes

number impressed "C16937" on the reverse

Emperor Maximiliano Military Merit Medal (1864-67) - Silver medal

Turkey, Ottoman Empire. An Ornate Silver Khanjar Dagger, c.1850 Republic of me" and signed by JacobAn excellent example of an Ottoman Empire khanjar or jambiya dating from the 19th century, featuring a traditional carved buffalo horn hilt, which was used in daggers of wealthier men during the period. Fitted securely within the hilt is 26 cm steel (magnetic) blade that has not been cleaned or polished recently however does exhibit signs of having been sharped at some point during the last century. Of particular note here is the quality and emphasis