December 14-17, 2021 Collectible Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/14/2021
Comprising: A) Large dirk measuring 19-1/4" overall with a double-edged diamond section blade of 14-1/8". Sheet brass diamond-shaped guard and faceted ferrules at top and bottom of faceted horn handle. Ball-shaped brass capstan at top. CONDITION: Very good overall, blade retains a grey patina with some areas of heavier dark patina. Guard slightly bent. Handle excellent. Brass retains a pleasing dark patina. B) Small American silver-mounted dirk of 8-7/8" overall with original scabbard. The double-edged multi-faceted blade measures just over 4-1/2". Shaped sheet silver guard, ferrule and pommel cap. The tapered rectangular horn grip has a rocker-panel engraved silver inlay on each of the four sides. Silver pommel cap and ferrule decorated en suite. The original brown leather scabbard has silver mounts engraved en suite. CONDITION: Very good, blade retains its original bright polish with some mars to cutting edges and a repair to tip. Silver mounts retain a pleasing pewter patina. Scabbard excellent with some minor scuffs. A very attractive dirk. C) Brass combination box measuring 3-1/8" by 1-7/8" by 1/2". The top of the hinged brass lid has an engraved clock dial with Roman numerals I through XII and a single brass hand. When unlocked at the 12 o'clock position, brass lid slides to lock or unlock the box. A very interest lock or snuff box. CONDITION: Retains a pleasing dark mustard patina, a couple minor dents. Box is functional. DMG
Blade Length
(A) 14" (B) 5"
Overall Length
(A) 19" (B) 9"