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A sgian dubh displaying a carved wooden basketweave and Celtic knotwork handle with a silver engraved zig-zag decorative mount to the base and pin-top pommel. The steel spear point blade has a scalloped backed edge. The leather covered wooden scabbard is decorated with finely engraved Celtic knotwork shield-shaped mounts, the upper with a vacant cartouche (could be engraved). The reverse has been stamped with the maker’s mark ‘JA’.
Note: As the mounts likely fall below the legal weight to necessitate hallmarking, it is not surprising to see this piece unmarked.
Condition:
This item has been professionally cleaned and polished but due to the age of the item, the original steel blade shows some natural toning and discoloration.
Dimensions:
Blade length 8.5cm
Overall length 19.7cm
Maximum width 3cm