Lot 0245
British Midshipman Navy Dirk. 1880 Captain’s Prize from H.M.S. “Warrior”
Estimate: 1000-1300€
British Midshipman Navy Dirk, 1880 – Captain’s Prize from H.M.S. Warrior
This historic British Navy dirk was awarded as a captain’s prize aboard the 40-gun steam-powered armored frigate H.M.S. Warrior in 1880. The Warrior remains afloat today and is now a museum ship. If the ship’s log has survived, the original owner’s name can potentially be traced.
Total Length: 58.5 cm
Blade Length: 46.4 cm
Width: 2.5 cm
Starting price: 850€
Estimate: 1000-1300€
Hammer Price: UNSOLD€
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Total Length (without scabbard): 54.5 cm
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