Antique Bayonet - but from what era and how valuable?

[rlestes]

I recently purchased a bayonet, and it appears to be hand-made, most probably around Civil War, possibly as early as Revolutionary War. But, I have no way to definitively identify or to appraise its value. The "frog" on the bayonet is very unusual, as the part which attaches to the rifle is quite flat. Any guidance would be appreciated.

 

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[arrowduc]

I've seen German belt knives with the ball on the guard.

 

[rlestes]

I didn't realize that. Thanks for the info.

 

[jewelerguy]

I believe it is a WW2 Italian bayonet with the barrel loop damaged WW2 Italian Knife Bayonet Plus Scabbard

 

[rlestes]

Coo...thanks for the tip...I looked at the pics, and it does look remarkably like it. Thanks for the info.