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AN UNUSUAL NAVAL OFFICER~S DIRK WITH ENAMELLED SCABBARD, MID-19TH CENTURY
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AN UNUSUAL NAVAL OFFICER~S DIRK WITH ENAMELLED SCABBARD, MID-19TH CENTURY with straight blade from a regulation sword formed with a clipped-back point, brass hilt comprising pierced slotted double shell-guard, lionhead pommel, fishskin-covered wooden grip set with a fouled anchor involving a pair of addorsed dragons all within a frame of twisted silver wire and foliage beneath a crown, brass back-strap with the later inscription ~Nemesis 1841-42~, in its copper scabbard decorated with cloisonné enamel comprising polychrome flowers and foliage (small losses), and the inner face with two loops and a ring for suspension 46.5 cm; 18 1/4 in blade
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AN UNUSUAL NAVAL OFFICER~S DIRK WITH ENAMELLED SCABBARD, MID-19TH CENTURY with straight blade from a regulation sword formed with a clipped-back point, brass hilt comprising pierced slotted double shell-guard, lionhead pommel, fishskin-covered wooden grip set with a fouled anchor involving a pair of addorsed dragons all within a frame of twisted silver wire and foliage beneath a crown, brass back-strap with the later inscription ~Nemesis 1841-42~, in its copper scabbard decorated with cloisonné enamel comprising polychrome flowers and foliage (small losses), and the inner face with two loops and a ring for suspension 46.5 cm; 18 1/4 in blade
Antique Arms, Armour & Militaria
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London
W14 0PD
United Kingdom
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Thomas Del Mar Ltd is happy to provide a list of recommended fine art shippers and couriers upon request. Buyers are reminded that it is their responsibility to comply with UK export regulations and with any local import requirements.The display mounts used in the catalogue and sale exhibition, including armour stands and mannequins, may be made available to the successful buyer of the relevant lot. Please contact us for prices and further details.
