North American Auction Company
Live Auction

New Year January Western Collector Sale

Sat, Jan 23, 2021 11:00AM EST
Lot 181

Navajo Wilson Dawes Multi-Stone Damascus Knife

Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$50 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$25,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000
This lot features an outstanding work of art, authentic, multi-stone inlaid, handmade Damascus knife by Navajo Native American master silversmith, Wilson Dawes. The piece shows a drop point blade with the amazing, forged Damascus blade showing a fine, random ladder pattern. The handle displays a wonderful, multi stone handle with Chrysocolla, white creek, Kona Dolamite, and picasso marble. The piece is from silversmith and artist, Wilson Dawes of the Navajo people. The stones are inlaid with silver linings in a unique stained glass or mosaic design, a truly wonderful work of art. Overall, the knife measures 8" long with the blade being 3 1/2" long. One of the best high-grade knives by a master Navajo silversmith we have offered for sale.