May 27, 2020 Founders & Patriots
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/27/2020
This dirk is featured in figure 59 on page 38 of "Silver Mounted Swords, The Lattimer Family Collection" by Daniel D. Hartzler. Curved unfullered single-edged blade with etched foliate scroll decoration on both sides. Scalloped gilt brass guard with chased foliate motifs on the reverse side. Gilt brass birds head pommel engraved with a lion at the pommel. Ivory grip with checkered panel and gilt brass ferrule at the base. Chain is a replacement. Probably circa 1800-1820. Complete with its original black leather scabbard with gilt brass mounts. CONDITION: Blade has marks from sharpening and shows wear to etched designs, retains a grey patina. Hilt retains most of original gilt finish, chain replaced and guard slightly loose. Grip shows some chipping along backstrap and a couple hairline age cracks. Scabbard leather is replaced from center mount up and drag is a replacement. Scabbard shows some tears and losses, mounts retain majority of gilt finish. PROVENANCE: Ex. Lattimer Collection.
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