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Bowie Knife by Sheffield, Thomas Short Jr c1850s [177752]

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Bowie Knife by Sheffield, Thomas Short Jr c1850s [177752]
Bowie Knife by Sheffield, Thomas Short Jr c1850s [177752]
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This bowie knife was made by Thomas Short Junior of Sheffield. Marked "Thos. Short Jnr./Sheffield" inside a cartouche at the left ricossa. 14 in. overall length with a clip point blade and false edge at 9.125 in. The blade is graying and a light etching is no longer visible for detail. The grip is cast brass in a flowing leaf design, beautifully done. The guard is a serpining S scroll in brass. The blade is graying in spots; overall condition is very good. WIth a blue leather sheath. c. 1850's. From the Robert Coeln collection. Please see photos for details. Robert Coelln Collection
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Bowie Knife by Sheffield, Thomas Short Jr c1850s [177752]

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