Steel knife

A rudely made steel knife. The blade and handle are made of one piece of steel. Engraved on the knife are the words "VICTORY 1798 HN". The knife is rusting.

Object Details

ID: PLT0350
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Knife
Display location: Not on display
Date made: circa 1798
People: Nelson, Horatio
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Sutcliffe-Smith Collection
Measurements: 10 mm x 225 mm x 20 mm