RAF 2723 - Traditional Arabian Jambiya Dagger

Serial Number: RAF2687

Status: Display

Description:
This image shows a traditional Jambiya (Jambia), a curved dagger with strong cultural importance in the Arabian Peninsula, especially in Yemen, Oman, and parts of Saudi Arabia. It features a distinctive curved double-edged blade and an ornate scabbard decorated with intricate geometric and openwork patterns, often crafted from silver or silver-plated materials. Beyond its use as a weapon, the Jambiya is an important symbol of heritage, social status, and tribal identity, traditionally worn by men as part of formal dress during cultural and ceremonial occasions.