Meteorite-inlaid sword priced at $533,000 displayed at Saudi exhibition

Meteorite-inlaid sword priced at $533,000 displayed at Saudi exhibition

RIYADH, UNITED KINGDOM, October 6, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A sword inlaid with meteorite fragments and priced at 533,000 US dollars is drawing visitors to the Saudi International Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2026, where it is being displayed as part of a collection of decorated blades.

The sword is exhibited by Al-Nasl Al-Arabi, a company specializing in swords, daggers and knives, in its first appearance at the event.

Organized by the National Center for Falcons, the exhibition is being held at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center in Malham, north of the Saudi capital, and runs through Oct. 10 under the theme “A Destination for All.”

Company spokesperson Ibrahim Al-Balawi said the exhibition gave visitors an opportunity to view the company’s different products and learn about the materials, manufacturing techniques and decorative elements used in each piece.

The company draws inspiration from the symbolic place of the blade in Saudi and Arab culture, where swords and daggers have long been associated with prestige, identity and heritage, Al-Balawi said.

Its custom-made pieces are designed to reflect the stories of their owners while combining traditional craftsmanship with contemporary styling, he added.

One of the main pieces on display is the “Arabian Falcon Sword,” inspired by the falcon as a symbol of strength and wisdom. Its handle ends in the shape of a falcon’s head, while the blade and sheath feature detailed ornamentation.

Other exhibits include the “Sultan’s Sword,” the “Al-Aseel Dagger,” the “Golden Falcon Knife” and the “Falcon Knife.”

Al-Balawi said the materials used vary according to the design and include Damascus steel, brass, wood, leather, enamel, malachite, jade and cubic zirconia, as well as nickel and 24-karat gold plating.

The pieces are made using techniques including handcrafting, engraving, gilding, casting and polishing, along with jewelry-making, woodworking, brush painting, cutting and etching.

“Our aim is to present Saudi and Arab heritage in a contemporary way and transform craftsmanship and fine detail into collectible pieces that retain their value,” Al-Balawi said.

Some of the items are presented in custom-made wooden boxes designed for storage and display, he added.

The company said its first participation in the exhibition offered an opportunity to introduce a wider audience to its swords, daggers and knives, which combine cultural symbols with decorative craftsmanship.

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