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Good German Silver-Mounted American California Bowie Knife

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:750.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 1,500.00 USD
Good German Silver-Mounted American California Bowie Knife
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6.75" clip  point blade, iron decorated guard with engraved German silver handle. Marked on the guard with  " SF CA,  M. Gil." , with grip partially covering the stamps. This knife was found in a gold mine in Elko NV.  An article included with the lot from the San Francisco Historical Society newsletter states this knife was discovered in a gold mine. **Knife has been lightly cleaned. The blade is gray with some light staining. The handle is excellent. No scabbard. A complete folder of information comes with the knife, including the provenance.** $1,000 - $1,500