<p>These daggers, also known later as 'kidney daggers', were used in battle as a side-arm, alongside other weapons such as the sword. These versatile daggers were carried by all social classes, from knights to peasants, and could also be used as domestic knives. The handles were often carved from hardwood and this one has an ivy root handle. This fascinating item may appeal to a budding gardener, gardening group or a foraging foodie type, as well as anyone with an interest in medieval weaponry.</p><p><strong>The minimum donation to become a Silver Adopter of this object is £25.</strong> After clicking 'Donate', please enter this amount before continuing. Donations under the suggested amount will still count towards our target but will be considered a donation rather than an adoption.&nbsp;</p><p>Once you have made payment there will be an option to tick a box ‘I’m happy to be contacted by Norfolk Museums Development Foundation to hear more about the impact of my donation, its appeals, events and other ways to donate, by email and post.’ If you do not click to accept further contact or send us your contact details we will be unable to send you your adopter pack. Please be assured that we will not send you further marketing materials unrelated to your adoption and you can opt out at any time. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of adopting an object please e-mail <a href="http://mailto:keep.project@norfolk.gov.uk">keep.project@norfolk.gov.uk</a> &nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><strong>All anonymous adopters must contact&nbsp;</strong><a target="_blank" title="Opens in a new browser window." href="http://mailto:keep.project@norfolk.gov.uk"><strong>keep.project@norfolk.gov.uk</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;to receive their adoption pack as your contact details are not forwarded to us.</strong></p>