Greece Brass Sword Letter Opener with Stones

The item is a letter opener crafted in the shape of a sword. It appears to be made of solid brass, as indicated by the provided context, and has a silver-toned finish, possibly due to plating or polishing. The handle features an ornate design and is accented with three inlaid stones: a red colored stone at the top, followed by a green colored stone in the middle, and another green colored stone at the bottom. The crossguard is intricate with scrolled ends. The blade of the letter opener is long and narrow, tapering to a point. Detailed intricate scrollwork or foliate designs are etched or cast into the surface of the blade. There are no visible maker's marks or signatures in the image. Based on the context, the item is estimated to be approximately 50 years old and originates from Greece, suggesting a mid to late 20th-century style. The overall quality appears good given the detailed metalwork on the handle, crossguard, and blade, indicative of a reasonably skilled level of craftsmanship. The condition appears to be good with no obvious signs of significant damage, wear, or repairs, although the exact condition of the surface and any patina is difficult to assess definitively from the single image provided.