October 30, 2019 The Collection of Steve & Marcy Hench
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/30/2019
Comprising: A) Hunting knife measuring 13-1/4" overall with a 9-1/4" blade. Single edged, hand forged iron blade with some scalloping on right side towards handle. Both sides are decorated with engraved tulip designs. Faceted, tapered horn handle with iron ferrule at bottom and two iron washers with rivet on pommel. CONDITION: Good. Blade shows some sharpening, a few scattered areas of pitting, and some wear to engraving. Handle shows some age cracks and ferrule shows some losses on left side. A Nice 18th century hunting knife. B) Oval shaped brass buckle, probably for a cap or belt plate. Measuring 2" in length and inscribed with large monogram "JO". The back has four brass posts, one broken. CONDITION: Appears to be dug; back retaining a heavy green patina and front partially cleaned with wear to inscription and some denting and marks from use. C) Pair of early brass handmade show buckles. CONDITION: Very good, retaining a dark, unpolished patina.