Italian 18th C. Nobleman Hunting Dagger PIQUE WORK HILT & CHISELED BLADE
Single edged steel blade tapering to a spear point, the forte featuring hand chiseled zoomorphic figures on a heavily stippled background with floral scrollwork borders displaying localized oxidation and honest surface wear. The Very Fine hilt is composed of a micro checkered wire wrapped grip, resting on a turned baluster steel bolster and cap pommel. Full length 13.5 inches, blade length 9 inches.
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Single edged steel blade tapering to a spear point, the forte featuring hand chiseled zoomorphic figures on a heavily stippled background with floral scrollwork borders displaying localized oxidation and honest surface wear. The Very Fine hilt is composed of a micro checkered wire wrapped grip, resting on a turned baluster steel bolster and cap pommel. Full length 13.5 inches, blade length 9 inches.
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