Vintage 1948 Hamilton & Inches Edinburgh Silver Sgian Dubh

Vintage 1948 Hamilton & Inches Edinburgh silver sgian dubh with blackwood carved hilt in a basket weave pattern. The top is mounted with a citrine stone. The silver is in the form of engraved celtic knot work. The scabbard is also mounted with pierced celtic knot silver mounts.

We have a passion for fine antique and collectible sgian dubh’s . We source antique Jacobite styles of the 18th century, high Victorian styles and regimental patterns of WW1 – WW2. Our sgian dubhs make wonderful addition to any Highland dress collection.

The Gaelic sgian dubh meaning “black knife”, where “black” may refer to the usual colour of the handle of the knife. It is also suggested that “black” means secret, or hidden, as in the word blackmail. This is based on the stories and theories surrounding the knife’s origin and the meaning of “Dubh” in Gaelic, in particular those associated with the Highland custom of depositing weapons at the entrance to a house prior to entering as a guest. Despite this practice, a small twin edged-dagger, (‘Mattucashlass’), concealed under the armpit, combined with a smaller knife, (‘Sgian dubh’).

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The House of Labhran is a specialist dealer in fine Scottish Highland wear from the 18th century to the 21st century. Based in the heart of the Highlands as an online Highland wear and design studio, supplying private clients around the world. We source our ever changing stock, which includes quality new and vintage stock of silver sgian dubhs, Scottish sporrans, Scottish clan accoutrements and Scottish antique silver kilt accessories.

TRADITIONAL SCOTTISH HIGHLAND DRESS SPECIALISTS

We specialise in fine Scottish Highland wear apparel and feature vintage Highland dress accoutrements. Our handcrafted sgian dubhs and classic period style sporrans pair with our range of fine antique and vintage Highland gentleman’s dress accessories. To give you the very best of truly Made in Scotland.