Production: Unknown
Left-hand dagger. Possibly German, c.1600.
J.S. Henderson Bequest
Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1933-03-16) by Henderson, James Stewart
17th Century, Early#
Production date:
circa
AD 1600
The hilt of this very fine dagger still retains its original grip bound with wire which the guards are chiselled. The pommel has a knight on horseback while the ring on the cross guard has Saint George and the dragon. It was probably part of a set with a long sword decorated in the same way.
Dagger composed of steel
Accession number: HEN.M.306-1933
Primary reference Number: 19178
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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