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Permalink Reply by Jan Carter on September 4, 2016 at 15:17

first thought?  It is really kinda cool!

I would think more ceremonial than fantasy? 

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In MemoriamPermalink Reply by D ale on September 4, 2016 at 17:57

I'm with Jan on the "coolness" factor.

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A very unique piece for any collection.

Definitely .. a conversation starter.

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Strictly a WAG ..but.. brass or bronze for material !?!?!

Assuming it was fairly priced .. I'd have certainly purchased it.

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Enjoy

D ale

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In MemoriamPermalink Reply by John McCain on September 4, 2016 at 18:41

Robert--It is a Phurba, a Tibetan Ritual dagger, or a fascimile of a real one.There was a Phurba dagger in the movie "The Shadow"  the old radio show crime fighter.These were not sharp as they were not used on humans, but ceremonially against demons,etc.You can find a more detailed explanation here.http://www.himalayanmart.com/PhurbaRitualDagger.php

another example of one-

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Permalink Reply by Robert Varcoe on September 5, 2016 at 5:41

Thank you John ..... more info and another lead.... The metal is silver in color appears to be hollow (if you shake it you hear noise ) solder or weld marks  at lower neck.  Using a very strong magnet it is slightly magnetic.....    it appears to be a copy of this one.....   http://www.buddhamuseum.com/gilt-phurba-14_08.html

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In MemoriamPermalink Reply by John McCain on September 5, 2016 at 12:59

Robert- I don't know what you paid for this at the flea market, but even the replicas bring some pretty good money. In any event, a fascinating and wonderful find !! 

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Permalink Reply by Robert Varcoe on September 5, 2016 at 13:10

John McCain said:

Robert- I don't know what you paid for this at the flea market, but even the replicas bring some pretty good money. In any event, a fascinating and wonderful find !! 

Any idea of possible price.... I am interested in selling.... tnx

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In MemoriamPermalink Reply by John McCain on September 5, 2016 at 13:50

Robert-It's difficult to value these as the prices are all over the map?? Ones copying" The Shadow" movie dagger or apparently a game called " Uncharted 2" can get ridiculous in price. However, there are a lot of practicing Buddhists who still seek Phurba daggers, replica or not, for religious reasons or a sense of well being. A large 14" dagger like yours should bring from a low of $40-$100 +.Average price $60 and up. Best advice I can give you is put in on Ebay with a reserve and see what happens !!. Like I said, gamers, fan boys, and practicing Buddhists all like these daggers. Crazy world we live in these days !!

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Permalink Reply by Jan Carter on September 5, 2016 at 19:20

Robert,

Just for future reference, if it does sell could you let us know?  If your not comfortable in the open forum, just let John know :)

John,

Great Job again!

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Permalink Reply by Robert Varcoe on September 6, 2016 at 5:05

Hi Thanks Jan.

It is for sale... Although I really think the item is cool I just can't collect everything. . I would rather to sell to collectors than flea bay... 

Cheers  Rob

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