Vintage 1971 Highland Roe Buck Sgian Dubh

Vintage Roe Buck Sgian Dubh

Vintage Roe Buck Sgian Dubh - This elegant piece showcases intricate celtic and zoomorphic engravings on the sterling silver band. The distinctively Scottish Roe buck antler hilt adds a touch of tradition, while the simple silver disc on top balances the design. Hallmarked in Edinburgh, the FG makers mark from 1971 adds to its authenticity.

Our collection includes a wide variety of exquisite hallmarked sterling silver skean dubhs and dirks crafted by both the Royal silversmiths Hamilton & Inches from Edinburgh, along with our skilled regimental silversmith in Scotland. These sgian dubhs beautifully pair with the silver buckles, kilt pins, and Scottish silver buttons featured on our highland jewelry page, all reflecting our dedication to exceptional antique and collectible pieces in the realm of sgian dubhs and Highland dirks.

We source antique Jacobite styles of the 18th century, high Victorian styles and regimental patterns of WW1 – WW2. Our sgian dubh and dirk range make wonderful addition to any Highland dress collection.Our range of fine hallmarked sterling silver skean dubh’s made by the Highland regimental silversmith and Royal silversmiths Hamilton & Inches in Edinburgh, Scotland. We can engrave many of these skean dubhs for presentation gifts.

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’).