In VGC, a Blue & Gilt Etched Napoleonic British 1796 Pattern Heavy Cavalry Officer’s Sword & Scabbard
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A fine 1796P British heavy cavalry officer’s sword; stunning Solingen made blade, sword by renowned quality makers as engraved to the scabbard’s locket; “R Johnston, late Bland & Poster, Sword Cutler & Belt Maker to his Majesty, 68 St James’s Street, London”.
The blade bearing the post 1801 British Royal Coat of Arms, so 100% Napoleonic and who knows, its owner may well have been at Waterloo.
The blue and gilt etched blade is in good condition, some small patina / light inert pitting patches to the edges, the blue and gilt etching still vivid, firm in the hilt. The gilt brass guard and hilt in good condition for their 200+ year age. The twisted silver metal wire grip is very good. The leather with brass fittings scabbard showing its age; leather shrinkage, leather tear one side, scuffing, surface layer patchy losses, brass worn and dull, but sound. The sword sheathes and draws well for the most part but is tight for the last inch or so due to the leather age shrinkage.
Exceptional sword in well above average condition at a below normal retail price, only was £? (too late, now sold). Please quote item reference AI33. Further / full sized images available upon request. Box 1977 107 x 15 x 16 (1.41).
