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FEDERAL PERIOD LARGE AMERICAN OR BRITISH NAVAL

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:450.00 USD Estimated At:900.00 - 1,200.00 USD
FEDERAL PERIOD LARGE AMERICAN OR BRITISH NAVAL

DIRK. Overall length: 12 5/8". Blade length: 7". Plain blade has a raised, flattened medial ridge. Gilded brass ovoid guard with the top of the guard finished in overlapping leaves or feathers. Certifiably antique ivory turned grip with what appears to be a silver backed, clear red faceted stone in the pommel. Stone may be a replacement. Gilded brass sheath with floral and foliate engraving. Suspension rings and chain are present. CONDITION: blade has a light gray patina with scattered areas of light staining. Guard has nearly all original gilded finish remaining. Grip has expected age cracks but no chipping. Sheath retains traces of original gilded finish. There is a well done brass band repair 3" up from the tip. (02-17490/BF). $900-1,200.