Lot of Two (2) Left Hand Daggers. Comprising: 1) Measuring approximately 15-inches overall, with a...
Click the image to load the highest resolution version.
Auction Preview: Preview items may not have yet been properly described or vetted, and items are posted as soon as they have a description or a picture. We are continuing to add and correct information as we approach the auction posting date, so check back here often and Contact us with any comments or suggestions.
Consign your material to be auctioned alongside these items on Monday, June 8, 2026 in Dallas, TX. Consignment Deadline for this auction is Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
Track Item
Share this lot
Description
Lot of Two (2) Left Hand Daggers.Comprising: 1) Measuring approximately 15-inches overall, with a 10 1/2-inch spear-point blade featuring a pronounced central ridge. Fitted with a round loop thumb rest, a steel guard of typical form with downward-curving quillons, a wire-wrapped grip, and a faceted steel pommel. 2) Measuring approximately 14-inches overall, with a 9 1/4-inch spear-point blade cut with a single fuller on each side. Equipped with a round loop thumb rest, a steel guard of typical form with straight quillons, a wire-wrapped grip, and a faceted steel pommel with button.
Note: Commonly referred to as parrying daggers or main gauche, these were designed for use alongside a rapier in the duel. Held in the left hand, they were employed to deflect or trap an opponent's thrusts while leaving the right hand free for offense. Both examples here appear to date from the Victorian era or later.
Condition: Good overall. Both exhibit a scattered gray patina with areas of staining, fine surface rust, and pitting, possibly the result of earlier cleaning. Wire-wrapped grips remain intact with expected spots of wear.
Auction Info
2026 June 8 Arms & Armor, Civil War & Militaria Signature® Auction #6339 (go to Auction Home page)
Bidding Begins Approx.
May
8th
Friday
Auction Dates
June
8th
Monday
Proxy Bidding Begins Approx.
75 Days
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: N/A
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
Page Views: 18
Auction Type
Signature®: Heritage Live®:After Internet bidding closes, live bidding will take place through www.HA.com/Live. Your secret maximum bid placed prior to the live event will compete against the live bids. To maximize your chances of winning, enter realistic secret maximum bids on our site. Many of our proxy bidders are successful at winning lots in these auctions, and usually below their secret maximum. You can also place last minute bids directly with us by e-mailing Bid@HA.com or calling 1-866-835-3243. (Important note: Due to software and Internet latency, live bids may not register in time, so enter realistic proxy bids.)
Signature® Floor Sessions
Proxy bidding ends ten minutes prior to the session start time. Live Proxy bidding on Heritage Live now starts within 2 hours of when the auction opens for proxy bidding and continues through the live session. During the live auction event, bidding in person is encouraged, and Heritage Live includes streaming audio and often video during the event.
Signature®: Heritage Live®:After Internet bidding closes, live bidding will take place through www.HA.com/Live. Your secret maximum bid placed prior to the live event will compete against the live bids. To maximize your chances of winning, enter realistic secret maximum bids on our site. Many of our proxy bidders are successful at winning lots in these auctions, and usually below their secret maximum. You can also place last minute bids directly with us by e-mailing Bid@HA.com or calling 1-866-835-3243. (Important note: Due to software and Internet latency, live bids may not register in time, so enter realistic proxy bids.)
Signature® Floor Sessions
Proxy bidding ends ten minutes prior to the session start time. Live Proxy bidding on Heritage Live now starts within 2 hours of when the auction opens for proxy bidding and continues through the live session. During the live auction event, bidding in person is encouraged, and Heritage Live includes streaming audio and often video during the event.
Sales Tax information
Terms and Conditions | Bidding Guidelines and Bid Increments | Glossary of Terms
Important information concerning Sales Tax and Resale Certificates. Learn More
Terms and Conditions | Bidding Guidelines and Bid Increments | Glossary of Terms