Militaria - Arms & Armor Through the Ages
Sat, Mar 22, 2025 11:00AM EDT
Lot 1322
Victorian Masonic Illuminati Eye Dagger with Ram's Head, Mid-19th Century or earlier
Estimate: $400 - $800
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A mid-19th century or earlier Victorian Masonic Dagger, featuring an Illuminati Eye on the hilt and a ram’s head pommel. Designed as a small left-hand dagger, it includes a round guard and comes with its original metal and leather sheath.
This dagger, potentially linked to early Illuminati rituals and/or secret societies, represents a unique blend of esoteric symbolism and shadowy historical connections, making it a rare and extremely fascinating piece of weaponry. It has been carefully cleaned and oiled upon acquisition to maintain its condition.
The Illuminati ('enlightened') is a name given to several groups, both real and fictitious. Historically, the name usually refers to the Bavarian Illuminati, an Enlightenment-era secret society founded on 1 May 1776 in the Electorate of Bavaria. The society's stated goals were to oppose superstition, obscurantism, religious influence over public life, and abuses of state power. "The order of the day," they wrote in their general statutes, "is to put an end to the machinations of the purveyors of injustice, to control them without dominating them." The Illuminati—along with Freemasonry and other secret societies—were outlawed through edict by Charles Theodore, Elector of Bavaria, with the encouragement of the Catholic Church, in 1784-90. During subsequent years, the group was generally vilified by conservative and religious critics who claimed that the Illuminati continued underground and were responsible for the French Revolution.
Provenance: A retired French American, Napoleonic, Civil War Era Collector & Museum Curator (asked not to be named)
Dimensions: Approx. Total length 15" Dagger 14"Lx3.75"W
Condition
⭐ ⭐ ⭐
Good – Noticeable wear from age and use but remains structurally sound. Considered average condition for most collectibles and memorabilia. Minor imperfections or signs of handling may be present but do not detract from the overall integrity of the item.
Condition assessed using Treasure Trove Auctions’ proprietary grading scale. While we strive for accuracy, all ratings are subjective and based on our best evaluation as determined by a dedicated team of researchers, from expert appraisers to knowledgeable historians and veteran collectors. Full grading details can be found on our Authentication page for reference. For a more in-depth condition report or additional images, please contact us and we will be more than happy to oblige.
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