Sword steel with wood handle
10 September 2024
Description

Sword from the country of Yemen, sword came from beduin tribe in the deserts of Yemen, they said many many generations old. 27 inch long Steel blade with 3 shallow grooves from start of blade to approx 20" , wood handle cracked, brass/bronze guard sheath hold, included a wooden sheath which is 2 halves tied together by scrap cloth now but has holes which orginally likely held it with leather or some material.

Dimensions

31 1/2" long, blade width 1 1/4 to 1 3/8", handle 4 1/2"

Acquired from
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For sale
Yes
Answered within 1 day
By David U.
Sep 12, 07:23 UTC
Fair Market Value
$300 - $600 USD
Insurance Value $0 USD
What does this mean?

Hello,

This item is a traditional Arabian Saif sword, likely originating from Yemen, based on its form and decorative style. Swords like this were commonly used by Bedouin tribes in the Arabian Peninsula and typically feature a curved steel blade, often with multiple grooves or channels that reduce weight while maintaining strength. The brass or bronze guard reflects regional metalworking techniques, and the wooden hilt shows a straightforward but practical construction typical of swords meant for combat or daily utility.

The scabbard, which appears to be a simple wooden sheath bound with cloth, is consistent with the functional approach seen in Middle Eastern weapons from tribal cultures. While not heavily ornate, the sword’s worn condition and evident age suggest it was well-used, which can sometimes increase the item’s value for collectors of ethnographic weapons.

From a historical and collectible standpoint, such swords are valuable for their cultural and historical significance, particularly if they have remained in good condition. The age of the sword is uncertain without further metallurgical analysis, but it likely dates to the late 19th or early 20th century, based on similar examples seen in collections.

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