Antique 1897 Pattern Picquet Weight British Infantry Officer's Sword with Brown Leather Scabbard by Hill Brothers 3 Old Bond Street London
£320
Item Code: 856
Antique 1897 Pattern Picquet Weight British Infantry Officer's Sword with Brown Leather Scabbard by Hill Brothers 3 Old Bond Street London
The Blade is Etched with Foliate Devices, the King’s Crown & Royal Cypher ‘GRV’ and has a Proof Slug 'Proved P'
Steel Guard with Shagreen Grip and Brass Bindings
Circa Early 20th C
Picquet Weight Swords were Lighter and Narrower for wearing On Parade or for Ceremonial Duties
Some wear to inside of the Basket consistent with age.
Dimensions:
39" long x 3 1/2" wide x 5" deep (990mm x 90mm x 125mm)
Blade 32 1/2" long x 5/8" wide (825mm x 16mm)