European Left Hand Dagger, 17th C

Description

Entirely hand-forged and clearly showing lamination in both blade and guard, this dagger
features hilt of flattened iron bars, consisting of large downward-curved quillons and large
single side ring. Mushroom-shaped pommel with button, the grip with coarse twisted iron
wire wrap. Unmarked double-edged 17 3/8″ blade of flattened diamond section; the tip
slightly damaged. Overall length 22 3/4″. Very good condition, showing age and pitting; the
guard somewhat loose.