Bidspirit auction | A STEEL KNIFE SHARPENING ROD

A STEEL KNIFE SHARPENING ROD WITH CARVED BONE HANDLE, 19TH CENTURY - A steel knife sharpening rod with six long grooves ending in a conical point. Affixed with a grip of polished bone carved with a leafy pommel. The hilt with a guard of four hooked arms with spherical finials. Europe, 19th century. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not ship in-house. A list of recommended shippers will be provided. Dimensions: L: 14 1/2 in., (37 cm.) Condition: Some pitting to the metal. Two thin cracks along the handle. All parts tight and present.