Antique Berber dagger or koummya

A superb antique silver Berber dagger or koummya from the Anti Atlas in Morocco. The koummya is the traditional dagger of the Berber of Morocco. This one has a wonderful silver and wood contoured handle, a curved double-edged blade and a very characteristic upturned scabbard tip. The scabbard and the silver in the handle shows a great and detailed engraving work. The scabbard also shows a series of repairs that evidence its age and how dear it was to his owner. A truly good piece.