Two Short-shanked "Dutch" Socket Bayonets

Description:

Two Short-shanked "Dutch" Socket Bayonets, mid-18th century, the sockets with two-step slots, curved shank, and hexagonal blades, one socket engraved "No 1164", the other with shortened socket and with brazed seam, socket lg. to 2 3/4, blade lg. 12 in.
Estimate $400-600

Bayonet marked "No 1164" overall brown patination and lightly pitted surface; bayonet with shortened socket has overall brown patination and fine notching along the forward 5 1/4 inches of the blade on one edge.


Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.