Janbiya Saudi Arabia High karat gold with intricate carvings on the hilt and sheath and glass cabochons Late 19th – early 20th century 10″ (l) x 5″ (w) x 1″ (d) The janbiya was traditionally worn by men in the Arabian Peninsula, attached to a belt around the waist. The design is an indicator of the owner’s social status and ancestral roots. The origins of this art form date back to pre-Islamic times. Price on request
