Scabbard
Scabbard for dirk, after 1856, which belonged to Admiral Leonard Andrew Boyd Donaldson (1875-1956). The black leather scabbard has a gilt locket with two rings, and a chape. These are ornamented with threads and scrolls. The chape is also decorated with a honeysuckle motif. The top metal part of the scabbard is coming loose from the leather. It also has a leather carrying strap attached to it.
Object Details
ID: | WPN1158.1 |
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Type: | Scabbard |
Display location: | Not on display |
Creator: | Unknown |
Date made: | 1890 |
Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London |
Measurements: | Overall: 23 mm x 470 mm x 85 mm |
Parts: |
Dirk
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