Austria, Empire. A Rare Lloyd's Dagger visually-hidden all overlaid on the obverse

all overlaid on the obverse by Carius’ handwritten signature in black ink

1850 for a recipient of one of Bavaria's most distinguished orders

28 mm x 32

the reverse with a central Bavarian lion rampant

Austria, Empire. A Rare Lloyd's Dagger visually-hidden all overlaid on the obverseAustrian made, dagger with a nickel plated steel blade, magnetic, with sharp edges and a very sharp tip, with a red felt washer at the base of blade, exhibiting marks common to extraction from the scabbard along with surface wear and measuring 262 mm in length, the blade rating fine. The crossguard, handle and pommel are in bronze gilt, all of which incorporate a series of ornate swirls, leafing and shell designs, the centre portion on both sides of