Bidspirit auction | Early American Gold Rush Era

Early American Gold Rush Era Bowie Knife with Etched - Early American Gold Rush Era Bowie Knife with Etched Blade ”The Gold Seeker's Protector”. A nice early example dating from around 1830s to 1850s era with a long clip-point blade of very elegant form. Front side with lengthy etched panel ”The Gold Seeker's Protector” within a ribbon surrounded by floral scrolls. With its German silver mounts and nice deer stag grip. Overall length: 13 1/2”. Blade length: 8 1/2”