Lot 393

A VICTORIAN PIPING PRIZE PRESENTATION DIRK






Auction: Day 2: Thursday 21 August - Lots 297 - end
£4,284
Description
The blade with faceted back edge and clip back point, carved wood basket weave hilt with silver studs and mounts, the pommel set with a 'stone', in its leather covered scabbard, with foliate engraved mounts, complete with companion knife and fork ensuite, the locket engraved 'E.H.F.S. To Duncan McDougall 1st prize for reel playing 31st July 1860'.
Dimensions
29.5cm (blade), 46cm (overall)
Provenance
Duncan McDougall
By Direct family descent
The Scottish Sale Part II, Bonhams 29th – 30th August 2012, lot 506
Private Collection





