Fine Pichaq 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 Pichaq shown here exhibit these features. A blade forged from Sham type crucible steel (wootz of low contrast linear pattern common to the Levant) and a massive single piece of walrus ivory grip with a ring of turquoise stone set between the grip and the bolsters. Silver bolsters with Niello design

Blade 10 inches (25 cm) long. Total length 14 ½ inches (37 cm). Very good condition. Very good age patina on the grip. No scabbard. A fine and rare item.