Medals & Coins, Arms & Armour - 17th May 2023
Lot 298
λ A Georgian midshipman's dirk
Estimate £300 - £500 | Hammer £900
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Description

λ A Georgian midshipman's dirk, curved blade 14.5 in., etched decoration including Britannia and a trophy of arms; gilt brass hilt with cross-piece terminating in lion mask medallions, fluted backstrap, blued steel knuckle chain chequered horn grip; brass mounted leather scabbard, the locket, band and chape with shaped edged and retaining some gilding.