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Traditional Syrian knife, Magdali Khanjar. Mid-20th century.
These daggers (Khanjars) are recognized as Syrian, which is correct. However, they were produced primarily in two locations: Damascus and Magdal Shams (the Tower of the Sun), in the Golan Heights, an area disputed between Israel and Syria. It is sometimes difficult to determine where each khanjar was produced. Endless discussions and disagreements among collectors contribute to the confusion. We believe that Khanjars with cylindrical handles, with or without a central bulge, are made in Magdal Shams. Khanjars with flatter handles are made in Damascus, with many exceptions.
The above defines the Khanjar offered here as Magdali. An excellent example. The blade is grooved and engraved. The handle is made of layers and mosaics of horn, bone, mother-of-pearl brass studs, and colored inserts with an intricate geometric design. The engraved brass scabbard has two lateral iron rings.
Total length 27.2 cm. Blade length 13.2 cm.
