In very good condition, a Early Victorian British Light Cavalry Officer’s Pipe Back Sword
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Possibly worn by a mounted police officer (see sword knot) or yeomanry cavalry officer (see scabbard) or even a mounted rifle officer or Indian Raj service. The etching tablet at the ricasso is rubbed and only “NDON” (for “London”) is now visible, so maker’s / retailer’s name can be determined. The sword dates from 1837 (when Queen Victoria ascended the throne) to 1845 (when pipe back blades were replaced by fullered blades).
The highly impressive 35 1/2 inch blade is in very good condition and firm in the hilt. The early wide flared 3 bar hilt is in very good condition for its age. The fishskin grip and associated grip wire bindings have some wear but are good. The believed period sword knot is sound. The bespoke leather scabbard with suspension frog mount (not suspension rings) shows this sword was not worn by a regular cavalry officer, and is in very good condition. The sword sheathes and draws well.
What a superb early 1821 pattern cavalry officer’s sword. Just was £? (too late, now sold). Please quote item reference Z25. Further / full sized images available upon request. Box 1545-golf (1.977).
