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A Victorian Scottish silver mounted ebonised wood Highland dirk, circa 1880
Estimate
500 - 1,000 GBP
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Description
- Silver, Steel, Leather, Wood,
the mounts embellished with conjoined thistles, the handle carved with Celtic ornament, removable knife and fork from hilt, all three with steel blades, 46.4cm., 18 1/4 in. long, together with a Victorian silver mounted a military cartouche pouch and belt, Edward Thurkle, London, 1885, the box with applied monogram, the belt of satin silk and red leather, foliate engraved buckles and terminals; two chromium-plated riding spurs, a leather scabbard and three assorted steel long-sword scabbards
Condition
The dirk in good order, a couple of very minor splits to the handle. The belt also in good order; one miniature arrow hilt missing meaning one hangs loose. The sword hilts are very rusted.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."