Sgian dubh

Description

Sgian dubh, a small knife with horn grip and brass mount in leather sheath, probably for wearing in a stocking top with Highland dress: 19th century

Museum reference

H.LC 83

Collection

Weapons and Accessories

Object name

Sgian dubh, Knife, Sheath

Date

19th century

Materials

Cow horn, Brass, Leather

Physical description

Cow horn handle; brass mount