Arabic Style Sword Letter Opener with Scabbard
This decorative letter opener takes the form of a miniature curved blade in the Arabic sword style, presented with its own black scabbard. It is offered as a desk piece and a collectable curio for those drawn to ornamental blades and oriental-inspired metalwork.
The slender, gently curved steel blade rises to a polished finish, with a pronounced sweep towards its tip. The hilt is cast in metal with a gold-tone finish, incorporating engraved scrollwork and a green cabochon set into the guard, while the pommel is set with a faceted red stone within a radiating border. The grip is wrapped with closely spaced ribs, and the guard terminates in curled, scroll-form quillons. The black scabbard is finished in a leather-look covering, with the throat and chape in gold-tone metal decorated with engraved foliate and geometric patterns and gilt script-style detailing along its length.
Condition and Collector Interest
This letter opener is offered in the condition shown in the accompanying photographs and description. The blade presents with a bright, polished surface, and the hilt and scabbard fittings display their engraved detail and coloured stones as intended. Any further wear or marks should be assessed by the buyer prior to bidding, as no detailed condition report has been provided. As an example of Arabic-style decorative bladework, it may appeal to collectors of desk curios, ornamental edged items and Middle Eastern-inspired decorative arts, or to buyers seeking a distinctive gift or display piece.