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Blackfoot Presentation Dag Knife, Ca. Early 19th Century

Currency:USD Category:Antiquities / Native American Start Price:4,000.00 USD Estimated At:8,000.00 - 12,000.00 USD
Blackfoot Presentation Dag Knife, Ca. Early 19th Century
Rare Blackfoot presentation Dag Knife, Ca. early 19th century. Features an Ivory (walrus) handle with silver engraved attributes and 4 copper rivets. The Sheffield blade shows a raised median ridge running down the center of the blade. This style of ornate Dag is referred to as a "Chief's Grade" or "Presentation Grade" knife as they were given to Chief's and tribal dignitaries during trade negotiations and treaty signings. The Dag knife would be worn around the Indians neck on his chest.
Handle 6 1/2"L, Blade 7 3/4"L, 2"W
Total length 14"