British, c1883, Victorian Hallmarked Silver Bowie Knife & Scabbard, Made in Sheffield

*British, c1883, Victorian Hallmarked Silver Bowie Knife & Scabbard, Made in Sheffield*

Approximate Measurements:
Blade: Clipped back blade 22cm Overall: 35.5cm
Hilt: Antique bone grip with hallmarked silver mounts, Sheffield 1883/4, “WB” mark (John Batt)
Hallmarked: Crown - Sheffield; Lion Passant; R- 1884, Q - 1883; W.B.- Likely William Briggs & Co, Andrew Street, Wicker, Sheffield
Scabbard: Silver-mounted burgundy leather, gilt-stamped decorative border

This impressive private-purchase officer’s hunting and fighting knife boasts a 22cm clipped-back steel blade. The hilt is made from antique carved bone and is fitted with finely hallmarked silver mounts, dated Sheffield 1883/4. It bears the maker’s mark “WB,” likely attributed to William Briggs, a recognized Sheffield silversmith of the era. The silver pommel cap with two bull’s heads, while the cross-guard remains plain and functional. The knife measures 35.5cm overall.

It is housed in a burgundy leather scabbard, fitted with rubbed silver throat and chape mounts. One side of the sheath is decorated with a gilt-stamped geometric border, adding a refined finishing touch to this distinguished piece.

*Condition*
Excellent used condition, some discolouration to the blade. Please see photographs as part of the condition report.

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