*SOLD* Available for your bidding pleasure is this historical knife with Francisco “Pancho” Villa’s birth name engraved on it and also in gold gilded letters on the top of the presentation box that goes with it! Pancho Villa’s real name was Doroteo Arango. He started using an alias while on the run from Federales during his years as a bandit—before he became the famous Mexican Revolutionary leader the world knows of today. This knife has come down through a well-known collection where other Pancho Villa items have also been documented and sold over the years. Supporting documentation and a magazine article on the history is included (a copy can be emailed on request). This bowie style knife, with presentation box, is being sold as a donation to support 2 victims from the incident at the Gilroy Garlic festival on 7-28-19. Someone will win this special knife with historical significance while supporting a good cause! It could be you!
Maker: The knife is not hallmarked, but it is hand-forged. The box is also handmade. Both items were made by skilled tradesman.
Approx. Age: Circa late 1800s or early 1900s.
Size: The knife is just over 10” long with just under a 6” blade. The box measures 15 1/2” long and 5” wide.
Condition: Good for its age, normal wear expected. Please look closely at the pictures - they are an important part of our description.
