Medals & Coins, Arms & Armour - 20th November 2019

Lot 376

An early 19th Century British cavalry officer's sword

Estimate £250 - £350 | Hammer £850

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Description

An early 19th Century British cavalry officer's sword, broad and slightly curved pipe backed blade 35 in., with 9 in. false back edge, stirrup hilt similar to the 1796 pattern with D-shaped langets and an unusual elongated pommel tapering towards the knuckle bow, wire bound shagreen grip, steel scabbard with two loose rings.