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Dague de Vertu dit "Pique-Couilles" in its leather scabbard - XVIII Century

Name: Dague de Vertu dit 'Pique-Couilles' in its leather scabbard - XVIII Century
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: AAPZ9S421B
Price: 180 EUR
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Virtue dagger in leather sheath - 18th century
Wooden rocket.

Dagues de Vertu, despite their noble name, were mainly associated with women of the night. These daggers were often used by prostitutes as a defense against potentially violent or aggressive customers. They were designed to be easily concealed under clothing, and to prick rather than slice, earning them the less elegant nickname of "peek-a-boo".

Triangular blade, 15 cm long.

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Additional Information

Style	Louis XVI (Swords, Bladed weapons of Louis XVI Style)
Period	18th century (Swords, Bladed weapons 18th century)
Country of origin	France
Length (cm)	15
Materials	Steel