Fort Coutelas Dagger With Sheath - 18th Century - Italy

Strong Italian cutlass/dagger, 18th century. The handle is oval in cross-section, fluted with layers of brown and blond horn, separated by discs and twisted rods (see photos). The ferrule and pommel are brass, the top of the fluted pommel has a riveted button. The bolster is white metal. The strong blade has a single edge and a false edge with a central fuller, chased in relief at the ricasso with a figure holding a sword and different attributes on both sides. There is chasing along the spine of the blade and engraving on the back. The edge is very sharp. The silvered brass scabbard has a ring adorned with a medallion on each side, carved with bone: one side with an anchor cross, and the other with a compass rose (navigation). The suspension ring bears an unidentified hallmark. Length: 41 cm. Length without scabbard: 39 cm. Blade length: 27 cm. Length: 9 cm; Blade width at the heel: 4.2 cm; Thickness at the back of the blade at the heel: 0.5 cm; Weight: 650 g. Very good condition, showing its age and patina, see photos for details. Free shipping within France. International shipping costs available upon request, depending on the destination country. Visit our other items on our website: https://www.IrisAntik.com and in our gallery.