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Description
This dagger, which was part of a larger collection was purchased at an estate sale in the '30s. The information below accompanied the dagger:
A danish neolithic flint dagger, dating to the later part of the dagger period, B.C. 2000 -1800. The dagger is in mint condition and measures 155 mm. (6.03 inches) with a fine orange patina.
The dagger has a square handle and a narrow well knapped blade. It is slightly asymmetric, belonging to a class of daggers circulating at the time of the great fishtail dagger, possibly a little earlier.
Category
Militaria
Medium
Flint
Distinguishing marks
Orange Patina
Condition
Mint
Size and dimensions of this item
155 mm - 6.03 inches
Date Period
Dagger - B.C. 2000 - 1800
History
Purchased at an estate sale in the 1930s.
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Re: Danish Neolithic Flint Dagger - Orange Patina
Not sure this is considered militaria, but ok...
I'd go to a museum and have a curator or archaeologist have a look at it. If it's found to be genuine you could be into some real money.
Like this: https://www.vcoins.com/en/stores/artancient/218/product/prehistoric_stone_age_danish_neolithic_fishtail_flint_dagger__1900_bc/620629/Default.aspx