Naval dagger with horn grip and leather scabbard, France, 19th century
Steel, horn, yellow metal alloy, double-edged blade with shallow central fuller, short grind on both sides, grip made of dark patinated horn with rounded form, short crossguard and pommel cast in brass, original leather scabbard with brass throat and tip fitting, blade with rust marks, grip and scabbard with signs of use, age-appropriate condition L. 60 cm, blade length 40 cm
Daggers of this type were worn by French naval officers or maritime officials in the 19th century. The solid yet compact construction and the decorative scabbard reflect the representative uniform equipment of naval elites. This example combines decorative detailing with practical form, illustrating the material culture of 19th-century seafaring ranks.
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