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Middle East & Africa
Jambiya
잠비야 · جنبية
Arabia · traditional · Ships from Yemen
The curved Yemeni dagger worn at the front of the belt.
A double-edged, centrally ridged blade with a strong curve, still worn today as part of formal dress. A new workshop replica.
Specifications
- Blade length
- 20 cm
- Overall length
- 33 cm
- Weight
- 350 g
- Materials
- Carbon steel, silver-toned fittings, resin grip
- Edge
- Sharp (live blade)
Permit required · This is a live blade of 15 cm or longer. Owning it in Korea requires a permit from the local police.
Purchase
₩690,0007 left in stock
Estimated duties (for one)
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Stories told
- Today
In Yemen, the handle material once hinted at status and family.