Moroccan, Pair of Berber Shula Daggers

*Moroccan, Pair of Berber Shula Daggers*

49.3cm overall, 34.3cm blade
50.1cm overall, 34.9cm blade

The term “Shula” also refers to the Berbers living in the northern part of Morocco. These knives are long and curved, featuring a single sharp edge and an acute point. The blades have a double narrow fuller on both sides, running almost halfway up. The engraving is placed inside the larger middle fuller.

These knives bear the characteristic blade decoration typical of this North African style and have a spine thickness of up to 0.18 inches (0.45 cm).

The hilt consists of two horn scales riveted together with four rivets. The display face is adorned with geometric designs in black and brass wire inserts, while the opposite side of the hilt remains undecorated.

*Condition*
There is some loss of the twisted brass wire inlays. Geometric inlays missing from the slightly larger blades’ grip. The blade shows much old corrosive staining with mild pitting. No scabbards. Please see photographs as part of the condition report.

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