Billy The Kid Tintype & Antique World Weapons
Lot 267:
A Rare 19th C. English Folding Knife by "Tillotson Sheffield" for Chinese Market. An exceptionally rare early English folder with a very thick and sturdy single-edged blade having its original scalloped tip. One side with well-preserved makers mark and deeply carved word: "CHINESE" and Chinese characters inscriptions. Partially worn dragon carving toward the tip. With its fine bull horn grips and steel bolsters. The maker of this knife has been active since 1760s to 1863 in Columbia Place.Overall length: 6"Blade length: 2 3/4"
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