Oman 2001, Traditional Omani dagger, Al-Khanjar A'Suri, 50 and 100 Baisa

 Oman (Sultanate of Oman) stamp 2001

Traditional Omani dagger

Al-Khanjar A'Suri, 50 Baisa - Red

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Oman (Sultanate of Oman) stamp 2001

Traditional Omani dagger

Al-Khanjar A'Suri, 100 Baisa - Blue

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The khanjar is the traditional dagger of Oman.  The khanjar is curved and sharpened on both edges. It is carried in a sheath decorated in silver, on a belt similarly decorated in silver filigree. A khanjar appears on the flag of Oman, as part of the national emblem of Oman.

There are many uses of the khanjar. It is a symbolic weapon, worn by men after puberty. Nowadays, it is used as a type of formal dress item.