*European, c.1900, Stiletto Dagger with Sheath*
An attractive small European stiletto dagger dating to the late Victorian / Edwardian period, retaining its original leather sheath with German silver (nickel-silver alloy) mounts. The dagger features a slender 13cm diamond-section thrusting blade with a faintly visible etched or engraved female figure to one face, now heavily worn through age and historic polishing. The hilt is fitted with a recurved S-form steel crossguard, German silver ferrule, rounded staghorn grip, and matching German silver pommel mount with knurled edge detailing.
The original black leather sheath survives with matching German silver throat and tapered chape mounts, both displaying decorative scalloped edging typical of quality turn-of-the-century European craftsmanship.
Approx. Measurements: Overall length: approx. 21.2cm Blade length: approx. 13cm
Historical Note:
Compact stilettos of this type were popular across Continental Europe during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, serving variously as personal defence weapons, gentleman’s concealed sidearms, gambler’s or “boot” daggers, and in some regions as traditional hunting or dress accessories. The rigid diamond-section blade is characteristic of dedicated thrusting weapons intended for close-quarter use.
*Condition*
Overall in good antique condition. The blade shows heavy age-pitting, oxidation, and evidence of historic refinishing or abrasive cleaning, consistent with long-term wear and use. The engraved female figure remains only faintly visible. The recurved guard, ferrule, and stag grip remain structurally sound. The leather sheath is intact with age-related wear and minor surface marks to the mounts. Please see photographs as part of the condition report.
JAQ#3270#GA_17062026
