Knife Called Sgian Dubh - Scotland - Early 20th Century

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Object description :

"Knife Called Sgian Dubh - Scotland - Early 20th Century"

KNIFE called Sgian Dubh
Scotland
Early 20th century
Steel, silver, wood, leather, glass
Total length: 17.1 ; Blade length: 8.6 cm

Straight, single-edged steel blade with groove, marked ‘STAINLESS STEEL’.
Hallmarked silver ferrule.
Blackened wood spindle carved in a grid pattern.
Pommel with oval orange glass cabochon, openwork silver cap.
Wooden scabbard sheathed in black leather.
Hallmarked silver cap and bolt.

In Scottish Gaelic, the term ‘sgian dubh’ means ‘little knife’. It is one of the attributes of the officers of the Gordon Highlanders.

Text and photos © FCP CORIDON

Ref : 5443

Price: 520 €

Period: 20th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Excellent condition

Material: Sterling silver

Reference: 1548180
Availability: In stock