A British pattern 1857 Engineers Volunteer Corps officer' sword, fullered blade 32 in., etched

A British pattern 1857 Engineers Volunteer Corps officer' sword, fullered blade 32 in., etched decoration including the Victorian royal cypher and 'ENGINEER VOLUNTEERS' title, ricasso marked for Herbert & Co. London; gilt brass hilt pierced and engraved with scrolling foliage, chequered pommel and chequered panel to the back strap, wire bound shagreen grip, steel scabbard.