12th Aug, 2021 12:30
The Works of Art, Medals, Militaria & Furniture Auction
A VICTORIAN OFFICERS' DRESS SWORD
VICTORIAN OFFICERS' DRESS SWORD,
maker Hobson & Sons, London, the fullered steel blade etched with scrolls and cipher, the guard pierced with crowned bugle cipher, wire bound chagrin grip, steel scabbard, 100cm long overall
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Sold for £280
Estimated at £80 - £120
Condition Report
Sword is in generally good condition. No discernible warping or mishaping. Pommel is solid; no jiggle. Grip wires intact. Small dent to the tip of the scabbard. Some light rusting and wear to the surface of the blade and scabbard, in keeping with age.
Blade 82.5cm
Scabbard 85.5cm
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