Antique Japanese Carved Bone Letter Opener in the Form Tanto Dagger & Scabbard
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Antique Japanese Carved Bone Letter Opener in the Form Tanto Dagger & Scabbard
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 11.25 in (28.58 cm)Width: 1.3 in (3.31 cm)Depth: 0.9 in (2.29 cm)
- Style:Other (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:unknown
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. There is some visible wear such as a crack running along the bottom of the scabbard, yellowing from age, etc.
- Seller Location:Greer, SC
- Reference Number:Seller: BB1stDibs: LU8044234774122
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