خنجر عماني ( Khanjar )

A khanjar (Arabic: خنجر, Kurdish: Xencer, Bengali: খঞ্জর, romanized: khôñjôr Turkish: Hançer, Persian: خنجر, Urdu: خنجر, Serbo-Croatian: Handžar) is a traditional dagger originating from Oman, although it has since spread to the rest of the Middle East, South Asia, and the Balkans. Worn by men for ceremonial occasions, it is a short curved sword shaped like the letter "J" and resembles a hook. It can be made from a variety of different materials, depending on the quality of its craftsmanship. It is a popular souvenir among tourists and is sold in souqs throughout the region. A national symbol of the sultanate, the khanjar is featured on Oman's national emblem and on the Omani rial. It also features in logos and commercial imagery by companies based in Oman.