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Antiques! => Antique Questions Forum => Topic started by: AlQuds on April 07, 2012, 05:19:11 PM

Title: 1821 Greek Hellas Dagger
Post by: AlQuds on April 07, 2012, 05:19:11 PM

Found this old dagger while cleaning out my garage. The word "Hellas" (in Greek letters "ΕΛΛΑΣ") and "1821" are engraved on opposite sides of the dagger. Any information on this dagger would be appreciated.


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Title: Re: 1821 Greek Hellas Dagger
Post by: sapphire on April 07, 2012, 05:53:41 PM

Found one along the same lines...... "commemorating the Greek War of Independence, March 17, 1821"

http://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/6741738

Estimate $75 - $100
Starting Bid  $50

Title: Re: 1821 Greek Hellas Dagger
Post by: mart on April 07, 2012, 08:18:28 PM

Do the Shriners use a dagger that is similar as part of their attire ??