Very Fine, Rare, And Unusually Large Georgian Lion Pommel Naval Dirk Circa 1780

Description: Very Fine, Rare, And Unusually Large Georgian Lion Pommel Naval Dirk Circa 1780 Country of Origin:EnglandOverall Length:22 1/2" (approx.)Blade Length:18" (approx.)*Condition:Excellent (please refer to photographs)Stock No:002004 A Very Fine, Rare, And Unusually Large Georgian Lion Pommel Naval Dirk Circa 1780. 18 inch deeply curved flat plain blade, 1 inch wide at forte. Beautiful gilt brass guard with lion mask decoration. Chain knuckle guard. Gilt brass lion head pommel. Fine reeded bone grip. The hilt and grip in fine condition with some bright gilding remaining. The blade with some staining and small patches of minor pitting expected from use aboard ship. Remarkably this fine dirk retains its original brass mounted black leather scabbard and all three original mounts, shape, locket, and suspension. Carrying rings with chain (incomplete). Leather in fine condition. This great dirk from the Age of Fighting Sail was in the collection of renowned collector/dealer in the finest Americana, Peter Tillou, a genuinely distinguished provenance giving this wonderful piece added luster. 22 and 1/2 inches overall out of scabbard. * Please refer to the photographs of this item when assessing its condition. Where there is a discrepancy between the photographs and the textual description provided, the photographs are to be considered the authoritative description. Additional information: Further information or questions are best answered via eBay messaging. We are open between Noon and 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, Tuesday through Saturday. Shipping Information: Unless otherwise stated, the fee for shipping and packing on all purchases is not included in the purchase price. Domestic purchases will be shipped via USPS Priority Mail or FedEx Ground with signature on receipt and insurance. Items longer than 60 inches can be deceptively expensive to ship; we will work with you to find the most economical method of shipping. We will also combine multiple purchases where possible to help keep shipping costs down. International Customers must contact us directly to determine actual shipping costs and insurance, and are solely responsible for any and all duties and fees. THERE ARE NO RETURNS FOR INTERNATIONAL SHIPMENTS. Customers may also choose to pick up any purchases from our Culver City Store in Los Angeles. Obviously there is no additional fee for this! Payment Information: PayPal is the easiest form of payment. Satisfaction Guarantee: If not satisfied with this item within fourteen (14) days of receiving it, return the item in the same condition as shipped, shipping it the same way as sent to you. You will receive a full refund, minus shipping costs. Cleaning, disassembling, or altering of the item in any way will void inspection and return privileges. We require notification within this fourteen (14) day period if you intend to return an item. You need to know the laws of your city, county, state, or country and be sure you can own this item. See our other listings

Price: 2395 USD

Location: Culver City, California

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