An Ottoman Silver-Mounted Jambiya Dagger with Filigree and Granulated Scabbard, 19th Century.

An Ottoman Silver-Mounted Jambiya Dagger with Filigree and Granulated Scabbard, 19th Century. This 19th-century Ottoman Jambiya is a refined example of the traditional curved daggers emblematic of the Ottoman territories, featuring a double-edged steel blade decorated at the forte with an engraved cartouche containing scrolling foliate motifs and inscription in Arabic letters. The hilt is carved from a single piece of dark, polished horn in a classic waisted form, providing a stark, elegant contrast to the opulent metalwork of the scabbard. The scabbard itself is a masterpiece of Ottoman silversmithing, meticulously embellished with intricate bands of granulation and delicate filigree wirework that create a rich, tactile surface. A central decorative panel features a raised geometric star motif, while the scabbard terminates in a characteristic embossed tip. Measuring approximately 41 centimeters in total length, this dagger represents a significant intersection of martial utility and high-status decorative art from the late Ottoman period. The item is in good condition.