Silver Letter Opener / Knife Indian (?)

Hello, I'd like to inquire if anyone can provide information about this antique silver item. I was told by its previous owner that it is Navajo but I highly doubt that, and I think it is Indian subcontinental. He originally purchased it at an estate sale circa 2019 for 650 USD. It seems to be of silver, but does not have a stamp. The blade is non-magnetic.

 

It’s Korean, a eunjangdo, worn by women.

 

https://oriantique.com/products/korean-eunjangdo-dagger-with-beautiful-fawn-carving-and-charms

https://www.kocis.go.kr/eng/webzine/201911/sub07.html

 

Thank you so much for the help and information. I am very happy to hear that. Cheers!

 

Thank you so much for the information and help! I'm seeing on the internet that they sometimes have charms. This one had a charm, which I still have, but I removed it. It was a modern, extemporaneous addition to the piece and was merely decorative without value, a cheap glass bead. Thanks again!

 

Even if modern, I would put it back on. It may have had some kind of protective significance and may mean something to Korean people.

Could you post a photo of the bead charm?

 

YES. He's the story: I bought it for the charm - because it was advertised as a certain valuable gem. It turned out the charm was basically worthless, except for the silver content, as the gem was a piece of fiberoptic glass with nice visual effects, available even in the modern marketplace for a low price.

 

Thanks for the photos.

I think that chatoyance could be the clue, like a cat's eye. It may mean something to a Korean, maybe comparable to a Turkish evil eye charm.

 

Well just to prove that you really do learn something new every day!

I have collected edged weapons etc. for nearly sixty years, and when I couldn't actually collect them I was reading about them, but I must admit that I have never ever heard of an eunjangdo dagger or knife! Thank you for educating me, and bringing this knife to my attention!

 

I may be a long time casual collector...but I echo the thoughts above !

 

First time I've heard the term 'chatoyance'.I initially thought it related to spiritualism,aka some kind of mineral 'clairvoyance' !
PS-I should get a Joolie Dictionary.
PSS-Wish we had a bigger emoji selection !

 

Certainly a thumbs up would be helpful !

 

Ditto-'Thumbs Up' wise and scholarly friends.