Early October American Indian & Western Sale
Sat, Oct 3, 2020 11:00AM EDT
Lot 2
Navajo Wilson Dawes No. 8 Turquoise 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 #8 Turquoise inlaid handmade Damascus knife by Navajo Native American master silversmith, Wilson Dawes. The piece shows a large drop point bowie chef’s knife-like blade with amazing forged Damascus blade showing a fine random ladder pattern. The handle shows matched Damascus bolster finger wells with sterling silver and brass bolster linings having phenomenal high-grade turquoise from the famed Number 8 Turquoise Mine of Eureka County, Nevada. Number Eight, also referred to as Number 8 or #8, mine was first discovered in 1925 and first mined in 1929. It is considered the most collectible, rare and high-quality turquoise by many in the world. All the turquoise on this knife has been confirmed to be authentic Number 8 Turquoise. The piece is from silversmith and artist, Wilson Dawes of the Navajo people. The turquoise is inlaid with silver linings in a unique stained glass or mosaic design, a truly wonderful work of art. The knife measures overall 11 7/8”L with a 6 7/8”L by 1 7/8”W blade. The piece still has the original tag on the blade. One of the best high-grade turquoise knives by a master Navajo silversmith we have offered for sale.
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