Lot 1091
Fancy California Bowie Knife. This 10 in. knife has a 5½ in. drop-point blade worn to a smooth grey patina. Sterling silver mounts and guard are inlaid on both sides with abolone and ivory. Ivory has old vertical cracks, normal yellowing patina. There is no marking of a maker. Probably handmade by an individual during the Gold Rush Era. Comes with engraved metal sheath not original to knife. Overall condition good.
Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500.
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