In good condition, an 1845P Victorian British Senior Infantry Officer’s Sword
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Gothic brass hilt, fullered blade, folding guard = 1845 pattern. Brass scabbard for senior officer. Etched at the forte / ricasso to retailer “Ponder & Son, Duke St, St James’s, London”. Circa 1850.
The 32 inch blade, etched with VR Victorian cyphers, is in a little aged / worn condition, plus firm in the hilt. The gilt brass hilt with folding guard section is in good condition despite a slight compression to the knucklebow. The black fishskin grip is a little aged / worn, especially under the pommel, but good, as are the twisted grip wire bindings. The brass scabbard has some age / wear but is very good. The sword sheathes and draws well if a little loosely.
A great British senior infantry officer’s 1845p sword and scabbard for a bargain £400. Please quote item reference AJ26. Further full sized images available upon request. Box 2291 101 x 13 x 13 (1.859).
