Ken Corneal Estate Bladed Weapon Collection
Tuesday, 3 - Monday, 16 February 2026
Early (mid-18thC) Spanish/Mexican Belduque (peasant's sash knife), with broad tapering 8½" plain blade,
Realised: $280 plus premium
Lot Details
Wooden hilt with deep brass socket ferrule and conforming pommel cap, 12½" overall. (Precursor of the Bowie knife)
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