18th Century Solid Silver Riding Knife, The Handle In The Shape Of A Horse's Leg.

Name: 18th Century Solid Silver Riding Knife, The Handle In The Shape Of A Horse's Leg.
SKU: 1702791
Price: 340 EUR
Availability: InStock

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Object description :

"18th Century Solid Silver Riding Knife, The Handle In The Shape Of A Horse's Leg. "

Rare and very interesting horseman's knife.

The knife blade is made of solid silver. The handle is carved in the shape of a horse's leg with a shod hoof. The "shoe" is also made of solid silver.

The carving is very detailed, depicting the horse's feathering and the nails used for shoeing, also in silver.

The knife comes in a double-entry sheath, probably designed to hold the same knife with a steel blade.

The blade is hallmarked:

A very partial hallmark: two interlaced Ls for small silver items, used in Paris from 1780 to 1789.

The date letter R for the year 1780-81.

A discharge mark for the same period: a helmeted head.

A trace of a silversmith's mark.

A superb knife, with this very rare and finely executed decoration. Ideal for sharing a delicious cake with fellow horse lovers.

20.5 cm long

26.3 grams

Good condition. Minor scratches and two stabilized cracks in the handle.

Local pickup in Paris or shipping via insured Colissimo.

France: €15
Europe: €20
Rest of France: €35

Price: 340 €

Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 16th, Directory
Condition: Good condition

Material: Sterling silver
Length: 20,5 cm

Reference: 1702791
Availability: In stock