Antique Japanese & World Weapons AUG. 29th
Lot 405:
Very Rare 17th C. Scottish Officer’s Dirk Dagger ~ ANDREA FERARA Blade. With its large wood grip intricately carved with traditional patterns, having solid brass ferrule mount and large pommel disk topped with a strong steel square spike carved with a cross to each side. Wearing a large broad double edged blade with partially worn struck decorations, maker marks and large crusaders style markings, each side bearing two rows with the name of one of the most famous and though after Spanish makers of 17th century ~ Andrea Ferara, whose blades frequently encountered on various European weapons of the era. An exceptionally rare early example, still retaining its remarkably survived original leather scabbard with steel mounts and tooled geometrical decorations.Total Length (inside scabbard if present): 19" Blade Length: 13 3/4"
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