This is a masterfully crafted example of a Caucasian style qama dagger, also commonly referred to as "Cossack" daggers, due to the famous horsemen regularly carrying them. It measures 17 inches overall and a 9 3/4 inch spear point blade with a double fuller on both sides that runs approximately 3/4 of the length of the blade. The blade has been extensively inlaid with gold Arabesque floral patterns on the ricasso and bordering the fullers. These gold inlaid patterns continue on the bolsters of the grip and on the fittings of the scabbard. The grip appears to be carved from antique walrus ivory. The hardwood scabbard is wrapped in a green baize Provenance: The Dr. Gerald Klaz Collection