Code: 12223
A very good example of the 1857 Pattern Royal Engineers Officers Sword.
The sword's hilt of regulation scrolled, 1857 Pattern for officers of the Royal Engineers. This in good condition, free from any deformation, some minor dings and scratches, and retaining good definition to the acanthus leaf decoration. Fully chequered pommel, the backpiece with chequered thumb rest. The grips bound in shagreen and twistwire with no loss, but with a small, stable crack at the "beak" of the grip on one side, and light wear.
Interestingly, the hilt has been fitted with a thick felt liner, which really serves to highlight the hilt decoration, and would have protected the owners hand from heat in more tropical climbs. The sword also carries gold bullion sword knot.
Very slight movement between blade and hilt.
The single fullered 32.5 inch blade with ricasso appears vacant where the makers/manufacturers details would normally be. The other ricasso containing its proof slug.
The blade is very clean and bright, retaining a lot of its original polish, with some very light areas of light rust, staining and grease/varnish. The blade decorated with foliate engraving and the feathered wings and lighting bolts of the Engineers, surmounted by a crown and the words "Engineer Volunteers". To the other side is the crowned VR Royal Cypher, and a well executed field gun, and motto "Ubique".
Housed its original brass scabbard with twin hanging rings, and side loop, for officers of field rank. Good overall condition, with some dents, but draws and sheathes as it should.
A very good example of the pattern.
Strictly over 18's only. Photo ID will be required before this item can be dispatched. Please send this at the time of ordering, to prevent unnecessary delay in your order being dispatched.
