Jambiya: The Symbol Of The Dagger For Men In Yemen


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Based on the article from CGTN, men use this dagger to show off their wealth and their status in society. Yaya Mohammed Sariya with the dagger worth thousands of dollars in his belt said, “In Europe, people give importance to the tie or the suit you wear. Here, people recognize that you come from a good family based on the jambiya you carry.”

Photo credit: Oriental Arms