Victorian (VR) British Infantry Officer's Dumbbell Bladed Sword, Sold

In aged condition, a Victorian (VR) British Infantry Officer's Dumbbell Bladed Sword.

"Dumbbell" in that if you cut the blade in two, the cross section has a dumbbell looking form. This sword is etched to a sword maker (not just a sword cutler) Alfred Grey Parker of Icknield Street Birmingham.

The 32 1/4 inch blade is in good condition, a little tarnished, firm in the hilt. The hilt has overall light corrosion plus rust spots. The fishskin grip has a small section missing one side; most of the grip wire is gone. Leather field service scabbard in good order; the sword sheathes and draws well.

Nice sword, rare maker, yours for £? (too late now sold). Please quote item reference number U65 (0922). Further / full sized pictures available upon request.