Army Officer’s Dagger By Wkc certificate_of_authenticity leather cover

leather cover

" stamped on the flip-open front cover

1878-80 (despatches LG 7 November 1879

to take command of No

000 ton Battleship H

Army Officer’s Dagger By Wkc certificate_of_authenticity leather coverThis is a textbook of this early type of dagger. The silver plating grades near 100%, with the finish having that 60 plus year old matching patina. The pommel is the 12 oak leaf style Type A displaying some wear to the edges and the top surfaces. The oak leaves exhibit outstanding detail and workmanship! The grip is a beautiful deep pumpkin orange color. There is age soiling to the recess areas, in addition to some very minor chipping. The cross guard