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
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
  • Scabbard (WPN1158.1)