This is a rare and elegant Italian stiletto dagger from the 17th or early 18th century, featuring a slender triangular blade with double fullers and deep decorative engraving. The hilt is crafted from silver, with a short crossguard and delicate flaring quillons.
Its slender profile and rigid blade made it ideal for thrusting through gaps in armor or between ribs. The stiletto was a favored weapon in Renaissance and Baroque Italy, especially in urban environments where its concealed carry and precision were prized.
It was associated with nobles, bodyguards, and duelists, and became infamous for its use in assassination and intrigue. Silver-hilted examples like this were not only weapons but also symbols of refinement and fashion.
Specifications:
Material: Steel and Silver
Origin: Italy
Period: Late Renaissance (17th - 18th Century)
Condition:
Very Good/Fine – Shows light to moderate wear, may have minor imperfections. A very fine example of the collectible. Collector Quality.
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