Dharia style Jambiya
ITEM # 0034The Arab Dharia, also known as a "Sabiki", is its own distinct type and is neither an Assib nor Thouma. It can be worn by elites and commoners alike and is worn horizontally at the waist line. They were made primarily in the Tihama and Asir regions and had widespread use throughout the Peninsula. Similar versions of the Sabiki are still produced today and they remain a distinctive weapon closely tied to Arab martial heritage.
This is an older example in mixed metals. The hilt and upper portion of the scabbard are low silver over wood. The lower portion of the scabbard is brass. The leather belt is original as is the heavy forged blade. 21.5" overall. Good condition. The blade has (inactive) rust and pitting. A complete and original piece.
For a similar example see: - Gracie, Stephen. Jambiya : Daggers from the Ancient Souqs of Yemen (Australia, 2010), p. 161.- Elgood, Robert, The Arms and Armour of Arabia in the 18th-19th and 20th centuries (London, 1994), p. 79- King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies, Weapons of the Islamic World: Swords & Armour (Riyahd, 1991), p. 59.
This is an older example in mixed metals. The hilt and upper portion of the scabbard are low silver over wood. The lower portion of the scabbard is brass. The leather belt is original as is the heavy forged blade. 21.5" overall. Good condition. The blade has (inactive) rust and pitting. A complete and original piece.
For a similar example see: - Gracie, Stephen. Jambiya : Daggers from the Ancient Souqs of Yemen (Australia, 2010), p. 161.- Elgood, Robert, The Arms and Armour of Arabia in the 18th-19th and 20th centuries (London, 1994), p. 79- King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies, Weapons of the Islamic World: Swords & Armour (Riyahd, 1991), p. 59.
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