Medieval Knife Dagger with Bone Grip
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Medieval iron knife dagger with a hand-carved bone grip and a bronze crown-shaped guard, total length about 25.7 cm with a 15.4 cm blade, in good condition.
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Medieval iron knife - dagger with a hand carved bone handle and a bronze crown shaped guard.
The long, narrow single-edged blade gradually tapers towards a pointed tip. At the base of the blade is a compact bronze guard with projecting lobed terminals, providing limited protection for the hand while also forming a decorative transition between the blade and handle.
The grip is made from a single elongated section of bone, shaped with gently tapering sides and a rounded terminal. The iron tang extends into the bone handle, producing a compact and functional construction.
Size: ± 25,7 cm total length
Blade: ± 15,4 cm
Condition: The knife is substantially complete. The bone handle remains stable and shows discolouration, surface wear and minor age-related marks. The bronze guard is preserved, the iron blade displays surface corrosion and losses along the cutting edge. Irregularities and signs of wear consistent with age and use.
Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) is available upon request for all lots with a hammer price of €100 or higher.
-> Knives were indispensable personal possessions throughout the Medieval period and were used for eating, domestic work and a wide range of everyday tasks. Unlike modern table cutlery, individuals commonly carried their own knife in a leather sheath suspended from a belt.
-> Bone was frequently used for knife handles because it was durable, readily available and could be shaped and polished relatively easily. The addition of a bronze guard made this example more elaborate than a simple utility knife and may indicate that it was intended as both a practical implement and a personal accessory.
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* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
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* MARGIN SCHEME: All our sales are subject to the margin scheme; therefore, no VAT is charged or shown on our invoices.
* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid.
Medieval iron knife - dagger with a hand carved bone handle and a bronze crown shaped guard.
The long, narrow single-edged blade gradually tapers towards a pointed tip. At the base of the blade is a compact bronze guard with projecting lobed terminals, providing limited protection for the hand while also forming a decorative transition between the blade and handle.
The grip is made from a single elongated section of bone, shaped with gently tapering sides and a rounded terminal. The iron tang extends into the bone handle, producing a compact and functional construction.
Size: ± 25,7 cm total length
Blade: ± 15,4 cm
Condition: The knife is substantially complete. The bone handle remains stable and shows discolouration, surface wear and minor age-related marks. The bronze guard is preserved, the iron blade displays surface corrosion and losses along the cutting edge. Irregularities and signs of wear consistent with age and use.
Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) is available upon request for all lots with a hammer price of €100 or higher.
-> Knives were indispensable personal possessions throughout the Medieval period and were used for eating, domestic work and a wide range of everyday tasks. Unlike modern table cutlery, individuals commonly carried their own knife in a leather sheath suspended from a belt.
-> Bone was frequently used for knife handles because it was durable, readily available and could be shaped and polished relatively easily. The addition of a bronze guard made this example more elaborate than a simple utility knife and may indicate that it was intended as both a practical implement and a personal accessory.
Seller's Story
Please read our information carefully.
*SHIPPING INFO Due to insurance procedures, combined shipping is only possible with a single payment. (1 payment reference = 1 insured parcel.) If you accept an offer after the auction and pay separately, shipments cannot be manually combined afterward. Please ensure your shipping address is complete and correct before paying. Changes made after payment are not automatically forwarded to us.
* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
* INSURANCE & CLAIMS All our parcels are shipped with external insurance. This insurance requires the following:
-> Monitor the online tracking and notify delays to the seller within 14 days after the shipping date.
-> In case of damage: write a reservation on the delivery note and report the damage to the seller via the Catawiki online chat within 24 hours. Keep all packaging and send us photos of the damage.
* MARGIN SCHEME: All our sales are subject to the margin scheme; therefore, no VAT is charged or shown on our invoices.
* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Details
Culture
Medieval
Century/timeframe
14th-15th century AD
Name of object
Knife Dagger with Bone Grip
Acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Year acquired
2026
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Previous owner - year acquired
2026
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
