Slovakia. A Diplomatic Dagger, C.1940 Newly Listed framed in a full wreath

framed in a full wreath of laurel leaves

Early in 1944

The interior has its original light brown coloured leather liner

Two notable expeditions for which did not receive any recognition by the award of a medal were Sir James Clark Ross's Antarctic Expedition of 1839-43 and Dr

Slovakia. A Diplomatic Dagger, C.1940 Newly Listed framed in a full wreathThe dagger measures approximately 38cm (or 15 1 2 inches) in overall length; the grip and cross guard are constructed as one piece, displaying Slovak Coat of Arms just above the cross guard; the grip is bound in black leather and secured by means of two rivets; the blade is made of forged steel, unmarked, with sharp point, displaying minor marks and wear marks, overall in very fine condition; the scabbard is constructed of nickel fittings, and bound