A Medieval Child's Dagger, Between 1200 And 1500

An extremely unusual and rare find: a Germanic child's dagger dating from medieval times This small, enigmatic dagger was made between 1200 and 1500 in medieval Europe. With a length of only 19 cm, the dagger has a beautiful curved lower guard and a T-shaped tang. Some remains of gilding on the cross guard. During the medieval period in Europe, daggers were more than just combat tools; they were also important symbols of status, power, and wealth, and it is known that children of the upper classes were often provided with scaled-down versions of adult weapons, both as part of their martial training and as a symbol of their status. Purchased in the UK. Formerly in a private Belgian collection established before 1980.

Including wooden stand.