Dirk
Straight bladed dirk, the dirk consists of a polished ivory grip with a square gilt pommel and prominent tang-button. The quillons are made in the form of the arms and flukes of an anchor, which are turned down. The straight steel blade has a diamond section, whilst the black leather scabbard has two gilt lockets with rings, and a chape, and is engraved with lines.
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Object Details
ID: | WPN1133 |
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Collection: | Weapons |
Type: | Dirk |
Display location: | Not on display |
Creator: | Unknown |
Date made: | 1770-1790 |
Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London |
Measurements: | Blade: 201 x 16 mm |
Parts: | Dirk |