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George Wostenholm IXL Folding Dirk with patriotic motifs of American Civil War stamped in German sil

Currency:USD Category:Antiques Start Price:500.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 2,000.00 USD
George Wostenholm IXL Folding Dirk with patriotic motifs of American Civil War stamped in German sil
George Wostenholm IXL Folding Dirk with patriotic motifs of American Civil War stamped in German silver mounts and ivory grip scales. Blade is a semi-spear point measuring 4 1/4" and the knife is 9 3/4" overall when unfolded. The blade has been tippewith patriotic motifs of American Civil War stamped in German silver mounts and ivory grip scales. Blade is a semi-spear point measuring 4 1/4" and the knife is 9 3/4" overall when unfolded. The blade has been tipped and sharpenedand shows some wear but generally good. The mounts are good to very good and show scrolls at top with slogan "Liberty and Union" and pommel cap shows Liberty cap, stand of arms, American Eagle with Union shield. The grip scales are good andwould be very good except 2 small chips missing at the top of rear pins. An exceptional knife which would improve with small restorations.