RARE DATED 1790 ENGRAVED FRENCH KNIFE.

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18th century French knife with engraved peacock and scrolls on one side and “BONNE FONTHENNE 1790” on the other side. In trying to translate the lettering, the most likely explanation is that it is a misspelling of "Bonne Fontaine," a French term meaning "good fountain" or "good spring”. It measures 14" o/a with a 9 3/4” blade and 4 1/4” handle. Pewter inlay on handle. Blade tang extends through handle. Shrinkage cracks in handle but solid. The engraving is outstanding.

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