Identify, understand and sell historic daggers
DAGGRS is a specialist portal for historic collector daggers. First you find out what you are holding and what its value depends on. Then you send photos for a free, non-binding initial assessment.
A specialist service of DGDE GmbH – DG.DE | Historica (external site)
Dagger
- 1 Pommel
- Cap at the top end of the grip
- 2 Grip
- The part the hand holds; material and wrapping differ by model
- 3 Crossguard
- Cross piece between grip and blade
- 4 Ricasso
- Unsharpened section at the base of the blade; on some models marks or stamps sit here
- 5 Blade
- Cutting part, with a point at the end
- 6 Fuller
- Longitudinal groove in the blade (shown schematically)
- 7 Point
- Front end of the blade
Scabbard
- 8 Scabbard mouth
- Upper edge of the scabbard through which the blade is guided
- 9 Scabbard body
- Sheath for the blade
- 10 Suspension ring
- Attachment point for the hanger
- 11 Chape
- Fitting at the tip of the scabbard
What is my historic dagger, what is it worth, and how do I sell it?
Three entry points that build on one another. You can start at any of them.
- Identify a dagger Look at the grip, scabbard and blade. The identification key shows possible matches and the photos still needed for a classification.
- Understand value Model, condition, completeness and provenance: here you read what counts in an assessment, without prices.
- Sell a dagger The process, the photo checklist and the contact channels for your inquiry.
What we look at first in the photos
On many daggers, three places reveal the most. If you photograph these places cleanly, an assessment becomes much easier.
- Crossguard and base of the blade. Shape, material and the transition to the blade.
- Pommel and grip. Material, wrapping, wear.
- Marks or stamps on the blade. Photograph in raking light.
Depending on the model, the mark sits in different places. Photograph both sides of the blade and the base of the blade, even if you cannot see anything. Many impressions are shallow and only show in oblique light.
Who is behind it
DAGGRS is operated by DGDE GmbH, which also runs the shop DG.DE | Historica. DAGGRS is not a second shop but a specialist service solely about daggers. Read more under About us.
You will find the current range and customer reviews at DG.DE.
How an inquiry works
DAGGRS is an online-only service. Everything runs through photos and shipping.
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Step 1: Send photos
Send photos and a few details using the contact channels of DG.DE.
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Step 2: Individual reply
We reply with an assessment of your piece. Follow-up questions and further photos are possible.
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Step 3: Agreement
If you want to sell, we agree the terms with you.
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Step 4: Agreed shipment
Shipping is arranged by agreement.
The initial assessment is free of charge and non-binding. It is neither a guarantee of authenticity nor a formal expert opinion. DG.DE offers a written expert opinion as a separate, paid service: expert opinion at DG.DE (external site).
Frequently asked questions
What does the initial assessment cost?
The initial assessment based on your photos is free of charge and non-binding.
Do I have to take my piece anywhere?
No. DAGGRS is an online-only service: you send photos, receive a reply, agree with us, and the shipment is then arranged.
Which photos do I need?
The overall view from both sides, the blade with the base of the blade, crossguard, pommel, grip and the scabbard. The complete list is on the page Sell a dagger, tips on technique under Photographing a dagger.
Should I clean the dagger beforehand?
Please do not clean, polish or take it apart. Patina, condition and whether the parts belong together are part of the assessment. More under Inherited dagger.
Can I inquire about several pieces or a collection?
Yes. State the number of items in your inquiry and send photos of the most important pieces. We will discuss everything else in our reply.
Is the initial assessment a guarantee of authenticity?
No. It is based on photos and is non-binding. A formal expert opinion is a separate service of DG.DE.