dagger, to whom belonged?

[Regen]

Hello Gentlemen.
this dirk was bought in Germany. this dirk has no relation to government institutions?
the inscription on an edge says- "spes et patientia"(Latin).
many thanks for Attention to my thread
Cheers, Re.

[Regen]

inscription on an edge

[wessel]

Perhaps a Masonic connection?

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