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Antique European Iron Letter Opener

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Europe, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. A beautiful iron letter opener in the shape of a dagger with a triangular blade. One side of the blade is flat, while the front has a prominent midrib and a double edge. The cross guard has short arms with spherical knobs. The handle is long with corseted shapes and a round pommel. This letter opener is possibly modeled after the Italian style of stiletto daggers. A fancy opener for when letters were the main sources of communication! Size: 9.6" L x 2" W (24.4 cm x 5.1 cm)

Provenance: ex-estate of Eldert Bontekoe, Pegasi Numismatics, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA acquired before 2000

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Intact and very good with lovely patina.

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Antique European Iron Letter Opener

Name: Antique European Iron Letter Opener
SKU: 96775256
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

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