17th C. European Iron & Wood Parrying Dagger

Western Europe, France or Italy, ca. 17th century CE. A large cast iron parrying dagger with a decorative circular pommel and a rivet tip. A wood handle covers the tang of the blade, and a steel guard flares outward from the handle. Just above the guard is a small inlaid copper cross shape on one side. The long blade has a faint midrib and tapers to a pointed tip. This large dagger was a popular side arm often used in tandem with a longer sword for parrying, and the guard would help protect the hands. Size: 16.75" L x 3.75" W (42.5 cm x 9.5 cm)

Provenance: ex-Estate of Eldert Bontekoe, Pegasi Numismatics, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA acquired before 2000

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#157875
Condition Report: Stable fissure to wood handle with nicks and chips. Surface wear and pitting to blade commensurate with age. Nice patina!