September 10-12, 2024 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 9/10/2024
An ornate California dagger by renowned knifemaker Jim Sornberger, who is well known for his craftmanship of California gold rush period style blades. This dagger is in the style of a Michael Price belt knife from the mid-19th century. 5" stainless blade with ornate gold frame that features scroll engraving and a gold matte background. Marked "J. SORNBERGER / VOLCANO, CA." on ricasso. White gold quartz inlay with 4 gold lines dividing it into triangles. highlight the grip. Complete with its sterling silver scabbard that features gold shield escutcheon and pleasant scroll engraving on obverse and a belt clip on reverse. A fantastic dagger that is excellently executed. Dagger exhibits light handling wear from years of admiration. Scabbard with handling marks and scattered blemishes. CONDITION: Very good. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell.
Item Dimensions: 11"