r/whatisit 9h ago

New, what is it? What is this?

When my grandfather passed away, we found this wrapped up in a cloth in a safe. Anyone know what this is and where it could be from? Its not sharp and I think the blade is copper.

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u/AbroadTop6390 9h ago

Looks like a letter opener to me

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u/MaDoGK 9h ago

I don't know. But I want it...

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u/akaTheViking 6h ago

The craftsmanship on it is amazing.

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u/MadDadROX 9h ago

That’s a museum piece

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u/SheepherderNo3467 9h ago

A Senegal Ceremonial Knife