A small folding pocket knife with damascene-decorated handle scales, the black steel ground inlaid with gold birds, flowers, and scroll borders in fine hand-etched detail. A single small blade folds fully into the handle, and a hanging loop at the top indicates it was worn or carried as a fob or charm rather than used as a working tool. Unmarked.
Materials: Blackened steel with 24k gold inlay (damascene), steel blade
Details:
Era: 1960s–1970s
Style/design notes: Toledo-style damascene handle scales, bird and floral gold inlay, single folding blade, hanging loop
Function: Folding pocket knife — decorative/collectible use, blade untested for sharpness
Color: Black and gold tone with steel blade
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: 2" long (closed)
Collected by Mineral and Matter