Satanic dagger, Age & country of Origin?

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Originally Posted by Manolo

I wonder why use such construction? The original blade would have had a tang no? I would surmise the creator of this piece took a broken blade he had at hand and gave it a new life as a romantic -or be it ceremonial/cult- object to be sold at greater value.

I would guess its original blade as a sword was nearer 18 inches? I think that would be right for a 16th century swiss Baselard?

Spiral