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MASSIVE IXL BOWIE KNIFE WITH FULL RECLINING LION POMMELS. (IVORY)

This knife measures 16-1/2" overall with blade 1-7/8" wide and over 12" long. Blade exhibits faceting on top edge and a 6" beveled clip. There are several partially discernible mottoes on blade as can be seen in photos along with clear makers mark "G. WOSTENHOLM & SONS / WASHINGTON WORKS / SHEFFIELD". Knife is German silver mounted including scabbard along with orig ivory slab grips. SIZE: CONDITION: Blade is grey overall with pinprick pitting and mottoes partially discernible including "Hunters Companion", "IXL" and an American eagle. Makers mark is clearly stamped on ricasso. We have not seen a full lion by this particular maker before and though blade and pommels are no doubt mid-19th Century it is known that some of these knives were mounted later in the 20th Century. Scabbard body embossed "IXL" appears orig though German silver scabbard mounts are possibly restored. Grip slabs are "certifiable pre-ban ivory" and orig to manufacture of knife. 49471-1 JS (2,000-4,000) (IVORY)

MASSIVE IXL BOWIE KNIFE WITH FULL RECLINING LION POMMELS. (IVORY)
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Final prices include buyers premium: $6,325.00
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
Number Bids: 1
Auction closed on Monday, October 5, 2015.
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