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KNIFE called Bitchak
Crete
Circa 1900
Steel, silver, copper, bone
Overall length: 15.2 cm; Blade length: 7.5 cm
Straight, single-edged blade.
Silver ferrule chiseled with geometric motifs.
Silver-covered tang engraved with floral motifs.
Bone scales secured with six copper rivets.
Silver scabbard, decorated with a dragon's head.
Two coins attached to two chains, dated "1901".
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
Ref: AX33T53TTR