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LOT 1402

Medieval Iron Single-Edged Dagger

12TH-14TH CENTURY A.D.

15 1/8 in. (320 grams, 38.6 cm).

With thick straight back and tapering cutting edge with swept tip, flat tang pierced for attachment of organic scales, one rivet in situ. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired 1990s-early 2000s.
From an East Anglian, UK, private collection.
From the property of a late Lincolnshire, UK, gentleman.

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LOT 1402

Medieval Iron Single-Edged Dagger

Sold for (Inc. bp): £33

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