Bill I am sure the scabbard & handle were crafted & chased by the same hand at the same time.
I would also say the blade was older than the scabbard & handle were then made for it for its new life for a well to do satanist.
From what i have read it was usual to use older blades.
I totaly agree Athame is not the term i would use.
Thankyou David!
I say Satanic because that is who would use upside down churches & crucifixes, and perhaps the tormented clergy also featured? My understanding of Pagan woudnt include that.
I agree it may not be Lillith & your supposition that its a high priestess could be correct.
It would be usefull if someone had more expierience of these daggers & old satanic symbolism.
Spiral
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