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Catalog Number

CAS 0389-2116   CAS 0389-2116; Knife
Category Tools & Implements
Object Name Knife
Culture Italian, probably, or possibly Spanish
Global Region Europe
Country Italy, probably, or possibly Spain
State/Prov./Dist.
County
Other Geographic Data Mediterranean
Maker's Name
Date of Manufacture 1700s, probably
Collection Name Rietz Collection of Food Technology
Materials Metal: Steel; Brass; Velvet
Description From BRL 1982: “Miniature Mediterranean dagger, probably Italy (or Spain), probably 18th century; Forged steel; The red velvet handle and brass rivets are replacements - should be pearl or ivory; Relic condition.”
Dimensions (cm) Width = 1.2, Thickness = 0.5, Length = 10.5