Patriotic Bowie Knife

Patriotic Bowie Knife, c. mid-19th century, German silver grip with eagle and shield and raised foliate designs, ricasso marked "I*XL," the blade marked "G. WOSTENHOLM & SON/WASHINGTON WORKS/SHEFFIELD" and "THE REAL I*XL KNIFE/THE HUNTERS COMPANION"; with a leather scabbard with a German silver throat and belt hook, blade lg. 8, overall lg. 12 7/8 in. Provenance: The collection of Ron Tunison. Estimate $800-1,200 Grip is in very good condition with some light patination, the guard has a small bend, the blade is good with some light spotting, and the scabbard shows some wear and is missing the tip. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.