BOWIE KNIFE, John Biggins, Sheffield, England, 1864.
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5338470. BOWIE KNIFE, John Biggins, Sheffield, England, 1864.
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5338470. BOWIE KNIFE, John Biggins, Sheffield, England, 1864.
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Bowie knife manufactured, according to the silver hallmarks, by John Biggins in 1864. Biggins was a silversmith in Sheffield from approx. 1850 until his death in 1874, when his widow and sons continued the business. In 1871, he had 17 workers in his silver factory.
Sterling silver hilt with a carved horn grip. Length 40 cm.
5338470. BOWIE KNIFE, John Biggins, Sheffield, England, 1864.
Description
Bowie knife manufactured, according to the silver hallmarks, by John Biggins in 1864. Biggins was a silversmith in Sheffield from approx. 1850 until his death in 1874, when his widow and sons continued the business. In 1871, he had 17 workers in his silver factory.
Sterling silver hilt with a carved horn grip. Length 40 cm.