Fine Small Kard from Bukhara

Knives from Bukhara (and Uzbekistan in general) takes form of similar blades from both the Persian and the Indian arsenal. However, a specific shape of knife, also known as "Pichaq" is very typical to Bukhara. It is characterized by a kard shaped blade. Usually forged from high quality steel. Also typical is the extensive use of Turquoise stones in decoration.

The small Kard shown here exhibit these features. A blade forged from plain high carbon steel richly decorated with silver inlay work. A walrus ivory grip with a silver ring separator and a ring of turquoise stone set between the grip and the silver bolsters. This kard comes with a velvet covered scabbard mounted with nicely pierced silver locket and chape.

Blade 5 1/2 inches (14 cm) long. Total length 12 ½ inches (31 cm). Very good condition. Very good age patina on the grip. No scabbard. A fine and rare item.