Making sword and dagger is an old profession in Syria that has been passed down from generation after generation for hundreds of years. The hilts of the swords and daggers are set with silver and mother-of-pearl.

A sword maker works at his workshop in Damascus, Syria, Nov. 10, 2021.(Photo: Xinhua)

 

A sword maker works at his workshop in Damascus, Syria, Nov. 10, 2021.(Photo: Xinhua)

 

A sword maker works at his workshop in Damascus, Syria, Nov. 10, 2021.(Photo: Xinhua)

 

A sword maker works at his workshop in Damascus, Syria, Nov. 10, 2021.(Photo: Xinhua)