January Antiques & Decorative Arts

January Antiques & Decorative Arts

Lot 127: An Indo-Persian Silver Niello-Decorated Dagger, 19th Century -...

2 views
This auction ended on 16 January 2026.

Start price: £120

Estimated price: £200 - £300

Buyer's Premium: 25%

Not sold

An Indo-Persian Silver Niello-Decorated Dagger, 19th Century – A historical dagger or knife, featuring a single-edged, slightly curved steel blade that exhibits significant patination, pitting, and discoloration. The handle and distinct quatrefoil-shaped guard are constructed from a yellow-toned metal, possibly brass or gilded metal, intricately decorated with fine floral and foliate engravings against a darkened silver nielloed, background. The hilt terminates in a rounded, bulbous metal pommel.
L: Approximately 28.5cm