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An Unusual Dundee [Talana] Boer Prisoner of War's Paper-Knife
Polished ebony, 13in. long, flat on one side and slightly domed on the other, the blade bearing carved inscription 'Dundee Octr. the 20, 1899/Prisoners Taken 331/Casualties 143/Force Engaged 3500'; the handle inscribed 'Ceylon 1901'. (Blade somewhat chipped)
See illustration
Polished ebony, 13in. long, flat on one side and slightly domed on the other, the blade bearing carved inscription 'Dundee Octr. the 20, 1899/Prisoners Taken 331/Casualties 143/Force Engaged 3500'; the handle inscribed 'Ceylon 1901'. (Blade somewhat chipped)
See illustration