scottish-presentation-dirk-made-by-peter-henderson-of-glasgow
Lot 426
Scottish Presentation Dirk Made by Peter Henderson of Glasgow
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
1924, his name stamped on the blade; the second metal band on the leather sheath is engraved, "Presented by Capt. W. B. MacGeorge M.C. to the Pipe Band 2nd H. L. I. 30/11/24"; directly below the throat is a metal plate embossed with an elephant above ASSAYE, referring to Wellington's 1803 Indian victory; the wooden grip is carved with cross-hatch patterns; the pommel consists of a metal ring having thistle motifs supporting faceted amber-colored glass.

LOA 15.75 in.; Blade 10 in.

Light overall wear with some oxidation to the blade.

$500 - 1,000