Stiletto Dagger, First Half 17th C, German or Italian

Description

Featuring unmarked 5 3/4” triangular-section thrusting blade with sharp point. Iron quillons with large spirally fluted finials; pommel chiseled ensuite. Longitudinally fluted horn grip separated in quarters by brass wire (one piece missing), with old insect damage on one side. Iron parts with light pitting and dark patina; the horn grip with dark brown patina. Overall length 9 1/4”.