1st Feb, 2019 11:15

The Works of Art, Medals, Militaria & Furniture Auction

 
  Lot 1642
 

AN EDWARDIAN OFFICERS BASKET HILT DRESS SWORD BY H MORRISON

EDWARDIAN OFFICERS BASKET HILT DRESS SWORD,
by H Morrison of Glasgow, with leather bound grip, contained in steel scabbard, approximately 100cm long including scabbard

 

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Sold for £220
Estimated at £80 - £120


Condition Report

- The full length blade is in fine condition, consistent with age. The blade is engraved and bears makers signature to blade.
- Basket hilt is very brown and tarnished.
- Top knop screw likely replaced on hilt.
- Chromium plating on scabbard is in very poor condition, requires to be stripped and re-coated.
- Additional photographs added.

 
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