Very Good Syrian Khanjar Magdali Dagger

These daggers (Khanjars) are mostly titled as Syrian, which is correct. How ever They were produced mainly in two locations: Damascus and Magdal Shams (The tower of the sun), in the Golan Height an area of dispute between Israel and Syria. It is sometimes hard to tell where each khanjar was produced. The endless discussions and disagreement between collectors add to the confusion.  We think that the Khanjars with the cylindrical grip, with or without the swell at the center are made in Magdal Shams. The Khanjar with the flat grip are made in Damascus, all this with many exceptions.

The Khanjar offered here is definitely Magdali as the inscription on the blade state: شغل مجدل ١٩٥٠ (Made in Mag’dal 1950). A very good exemplar.  Fullered and engraved blade. The handle is cylindrical with a swell at the center, made from layers and mosaics pieces of horn, bone and brass inserts in intricate geometrical design. Chased brass scabbard with two iron carrying rings at the sides.

Blade 5 inches (12.5 cm). Total length 10 inches (25.5 cm). Very good condition. Mid 20 C. Magdali Khanjar.