Russia, North Caucasus. A Long Ornate Khanjali Hold as well as others

as well as others

This is apparent due to the fineness of the silk weave

along with a fifty-three page Alphabetical Index of Recipients and Vessels (with accompanying dates)

each strap with a buckle and a single row of three holes for length adjustment

Russia, North Caucasus. A Long Ornate Khanjali Hold as well as othersA long format Khanjali featuring a dark hardwood handle riveted to a steel tang, presenting ornate silver fittings, each hand etched with contrasting patination, handle measures 13cm in length and is Russian silver hallmarked and maker marked; with a 38 cm double sided blade with etched detailing at the ricasso, exhibiting numerous edge knicks and rust points; protected within a matching scabbard with a base of wood wrapped in replacement leather as