153 - A EUROPEAN NAVAL DIRK WITH TRIANGULAR BLADE, 19TH CENTURY

A EUROPEAN NAVAL DIRK WITH TRIANGULAR BLADE, 19TH CENTURY A European dirk or stiletto featuring a long, tapering steel blade of triangular section with traces of etched decoration. The gilt-brass hilt is fitted with a fluted mother-of-pearl grip, engraved foliate mounts, a shaped pommel, and an asymmetrical crossguard with upturned terminals. Continental Europe, 19th century. Dimensions: L: 19 in., (48.3 cm.) Condition: The blade shows extensive oxidation, pitting, scratches, and wear, with much of the etched decoration indistinct. All parts are tight. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All statements contained in the catalog, condition reports, invoices, advertisements, or elsewhere concerning the authorship, attribution, origin, date, age, period, culture, source, provenance, authenticity, genuineness, condition, rarity, importance, or value of any lot are statements of opinion only and shall not be construed as representations, warranties, or statements of fact. All lots are sold "as-is", refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not offer in-house shipping. We will provide a list of recommended shippers upon request.