Fine Deluxe Pattern Imperial German Naval Officers Blue, Gilt and Damascus Dirk, fine example produced by WKC, with gilt metal Imperial crown pommel and ivory grip having two bands of wire. Gilt metal cross guard having anchor to the centre cartouche, no release button to the cross guard. Attached to the grip is an original officers silver bullion wire dress portepee. Gilt brass scabbard with ornate roped scabbard ring bands, one side engraved with initials of the previous owner and the other side with an engraved anchor. The blade is of superior quality with fine Damascus pattern and blue and gilt decoration to three quarters. Blade decorated to one side with Imperial crowned trophy of arms, sailing ship and standard trophy of arms above. Reverse side of the blade etched with sailing ship, foliage and dedication in ribbon ‘FESTEN MUTH’S IN STURM UND GEFAHR’ (Firm Courage in Storm and Danger). Blade with small WKC knights helmet trade mark to the base. Overall the dirk is in good condition with nearly all of the blue and gilt finish remaining to the blade. The scabbard has some light wear and small dents with one screw missing to the throat. Blade 37 ¼ cms, overall 52 ½ cms. Ivory exemption declaration JVG9LJWW. Please note, international bidders, make sure you can legally import items incorporating ivory into your nation.