SWORD
DateCirca 1914
DimensionsA: 97 x 9 x 9.5 cm
B: 58.5 x 6 cm
Object numberHF.73.73.15 A-B
DescriptionStraight bladed sword that tapers to a sharp point. There is gold engraving on the flat of the blade. The guard consists of two ovals, the left one being collapsible because of a hinge. The grip is tapered at both ends with grooves along the length. A "D"-shaped knuckle bow is secured at the base of the grip and terminates in a feathered scroll at the pommel. The pommel consists of a helmet shape with a ball supported on a narrow neck. There is engraving on the upper surface.The scabbard is metal and tapered to fit the sword blade. At the end of the scabbard there is a flat plate extension. There are two band that encircle the scabbard and hold rings for attachment to a sword sling.
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