Fine Syrian Khanjar Magdali Dagger with Silver scabbard

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 Magdali A fine exemplar with very unusual inscription engraved on the blade, and fine silver scabbard. The handle is cylindrical with a swell at the center, made from layers and mosaics pieces of horn, bone, Mother of Pearl and brass inserts in intricate geometrical design. Unusual Silver covered scabbard with Niello decorative design. 

The inscription on both faces of the blade are quotes from a very famous poem

سلي الرماح  (The High Spears)

By

) صفي الدين المحلي  Safieddine Al Holi 1276 - 1349) 

The blade is dated 1939 (in Arabic figures on the Gregorian calendar) and marked as made in Magdal.

Blade 5 inches (13 cm). Total length 9 1/2 inches (24 cm). Very good condition.