Knife
16th century (made)
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| Place of origin |
Damascened knife blade inscribed 'VIRTVS VIV' with a stamped silver, parcel-gilt and nielloed handle
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Crucible forged steel with a silver parcel gilt and nielloed handle |
| Brief description | Damascened knife blade inscribed 'VIRTVS VIV' with a stamped silver, parcel-gilt and nielloed handle, Italy, 16th century |
| Physical description | Damascened knife blade inscribed 'VIRTVS VIV' with a stamped silver, parcel-gilt and nielloed handle |
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| Marks and inscriptions | 'VIRTVS VIV' (Inscribed on the blade) |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | 5762-1859 |
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| Record created | March 1, 2005 |
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