An Indian dagger (Khanjar) with finely carved jade-hilt, 18th century. Photo Thomas Del Mar Ltd

with slightly recurved double-edged associated blade, reinforced at the tip, cut with four fullers and a lotus leaf moulding at the forte on each face and with later etched pattern in imitation of watering, carved green jade grip swelling at the base, formed with a scroll on each side, rising to a globular pommel, decorated on each face with a delicate lotus flower and leaves top and bottom; 24cm; 9 1/2in blade. Estimate: 1000-1500 €

Thomas Del Mar Ltd. Antique Arms, Armour & Militaria Sale on Wednesday 5th December 2012 www.thomasdelmar.com