Auctions Imperial 2018 Arms & Armor November

A CONTINENTAL EXPORT STILETTO DAGGER

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Start price: $50

Estimated price: $100 - $200

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Description

Made for the American market during the Civil War era, with profiled horn grip and lightly-waved blade with central ridge. In its leather sheath with nickel chape. Latter 19th century. Initials to forte a working life addition. Mid-19th century. Light wear. This type of easily-concealed dagger was highly popular amongst adventurers and military officers. Overall length 26.4cm. Condition III