Omani Khanjar Silver Filigree

Twist, coil and solder silver wire into the braided 'kabaa' sheath patterns, following a pattern card and managing heat and tension.

Heritage note

Part of the living heritage of Oman. It is presented as sport and skill, never as real fighting.

Origins

A living tradition passed from person to person; it is not tied to a single dated origin. It belongs to the cultural world of Mesopotamia, Levant and Arabia.