Lot 227A

A rare pewter mounted Highland dirk, circa 1720/30

Auction: Fine Antiques
£2,640
Description
the wooden grip carved with an interlaced pattern, carved vertically, the pewter haunch mount and pewter pommel cap, with pierced brass tang button, the 13.75 inch fluted blade, from a cut down backsword blade, doubled edged towards the point
Dimensions
17.5 inches overall.
Footnote
Note: The grip handle is carved vertically, instead of the more usual horizontal bands.
