A Mughal jade-hilted dagger (khanjar) with scabbard and a carved jade hilt, India, 19th century

the dagger with a dark green jade hilt with a lotus bud on the pommel, carved with two symmetrical flower leaves on each side, the double-edged blade with a central ridge, the textile-covered wood scabbard with light jade mounts; together with a jade hilt of pistol-grip form with rounded pommel, carved with floral scrolls

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dagger: 37cm hilt: 12.5cm.