Indian PeshKabz Karud dagger with silver mounts

A high quality antique dagger Indian PeshKabz dating to the 19th century. The hilt of lateral cut Rhino horn, most often seen on daggers of Bukharan origin, an expensive natural material chosen for its grip properties, and status.The blade of wootz crystalline wootz steel, with a reinforced edge and tapering tip, chiselled decoration at the top of the spine, and some goldwork applied to the bolsters. The sheath covered with green velvet, and with thick shaped and pierced silver mounts, the top with a moving locket and silver hanging chain attached. really good condition for age