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Hi Guys
Here’s an odd one. This Naval dirk has the most usual etched design I have come across, appears almost free mason. It’s larger than most of my dirks and I haven’t come across another example quite like it. I would be interested in anyone’s thoughts as to what this peculiar collection of symbols might mean. Date: c1800 Overall Length: In Scabbard 20 ¾” 52.5 cm, Dirk Only 20” 50.8 cm Blade length: 15 7/8” 40.3 cm Blade widest point: 1” 2.5 cm Hilt widest point: 2 ½” 6.4 cm Inside grip length: 3 ½” 8.9 cm Marks, etc: St Side Floral design, seeing eye, Sun, Moon & Stars, Scull & Cross bones over a coffin, Hand, Foot. Other side Floral design, Star, Maltese Cross, Sheep with Flag, Rooster, Sword. Description BRITISH OFFICER'S BLUE & GILT DOUBLE EDGE DIRK:16" blade retaining 70% blue & gilt finish; gilt brass hilt Lion's head pommel & with chips to carved ivory grip; fitted with original gilt brass chain; complete with gilt brass mounted leather scabbard. c.1800. Any thoughts Cheers Cathey & Rex |
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Hi Cathey,
The cockerel would suggest this is French rather than British. Regards, Norman. |
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The 'sheep with flag' is the paschal lamb, or Lamb of God, a religous (Christian) symbol.
Sorry, if you already knew this. Regards richard |
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I wouldn't think so, David but ...
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