This is one of the many Variants of the Arm Dagger carried by the Tuareg. I t is called Telek or Gozma, and one of its characteristics is the cross shaped pommel (A relic from their Christian origin ??) . This specific one has a whole brass scabbard and arm ring engraved in a classical style. The blade is double edged, 16 ½ inches long. The hilt is cast brass. Total length (in scabbard) 24 inches. Very good condition.