In addition, and to clarify post# 7, herewith pictures of some 15/16th century style characteristics that also can be seen on the dagger under discussion;
a stiff flat diamond shaped blade, flat or hollow grounded faces.
a rhombus rectangle on the gripcap or plate in case of a rondel dager, under the peened tang
a bulky steel grip
a small thumbguard (missing!)
a (baluster) shaped ricasso
unfortunately length cannot be a criterion, the length of 16th century stilettos can range from around 25cm to just under 50cm allover.
best,
Last edited by cornelistromp; 7th November 2012 at 10:04 AM.
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