Scabbard

Scabbard for straight-bladed dirk which belonged to Commander Thomas Wells (died 1825). The leather scabbard has brass mounts and two suspension rings. The lockets and chape have fluted edges and a simple line decoration. The scabbard is in two pieces.

Object Details

ID: WPN1513.1
Type: Scabbard
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: Late 18th century
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 10 mm x 205 mm x 35 mm
Parts: Dirk
  • Scabbard (WPN1513.1)
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