Lot #428 - British 1879 Patt Naval Dirk
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Auction House:Australian Arms Auctions
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Sale Name:May 2012 Arms Auction
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Sale Date:05 May 2012 ~ 6pm
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Lot #:428
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Lot Description:British 1879 Patt Naval Dirk
vg 8" single edged blade with acanthus leaf decoration & British Coat of Arms; obverse side has acanthus leaves, ROYAL CYPHER & fouled anchor; no visible maker present; brass cross pc with acorn tips, slightly bent; hilt cross guard also has an oval medallion with crown & wreath & fouled anchor; dirk fitted with white fish skin grips bound with woven copper wire; lion's head pommel & back pc with sword knot ring to pommel; complete with correct brass mounted leather scabbard, leather has a few chips & marks but generally g.; locket marked H.P.B.; all complete. A good example of a Naval dirk. -
Estimate:A$500 - 700
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Realised Price:
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Category:Militaria & Weapons
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