Dagger

The Dagger is an inexpensive, functional, versatile weapon. Unlike most melee weapons, daggers can also be thrown at range in a pinch. Usually a fallback or for those who can afford nothing better, daggers have seen use since before the first Age of Darkness.

According to Vetron's Guide to Weapons and Armour, the dagger has a "1" effectiveness rating.

History
Daggers first appeared in Ultima I and have been in the series ever since. They were first throwable in Ultima III.