Thouma Jambiya

ITEM # 0047 Thouma style Jambiya were worn only by the most senior members of a community such as Sayyid (descendents of the Prophet) scholors and judges (Ulama). Unlike the Assib style Jambiya, which is worn vertically in front, the Thouma is worn on the right side at a 45 degree angle. This example is complete with a wide brocade belt, silver Tuza decorated with applied filigree and two Hirz containers. The knife has a horn hilt decorated with red corals and silver nails. 15” overall. Very good condition. New dress and leather in back. For similar examples see Gracie, Stephen. Jambiya : Daggers from the Ancient Souqs of Yemen (Australia, 2010), pp. 120-122.

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