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LOT 1360

Medieval Iron Dagger

16TH CENTURY A.D.

13 5/8 in. (126 grams, 34.5 cm).

Comprising a single cutting edge and retaining original rivets.

Provenance

Acquired 1960s-1990s.
Late Alison Barker collection, a retired London barrister.

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LOT 1360

Medieval Iron Dagger

Sold for (Inc. bp): £117

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