Medals & Coins, Arms & Militaria - 19 Oct 2016

210

A good late 18th Century officer's sword

£800 - £1,000

A good late 18th Century officer's sword, curved blade 27 in., gilt brass stirrup hilt with fine border and leaf engraving, back strap engraved with two entwined snakes, wire bound fish skin covered grip, gilt brass mounted leather scabbard, the chape engraved 'DUDLEY/ GRAND PARADE/ PORTSMO.' all encircled by a snake eating its tail, possibly for a naval surgeon.

Sale highlights

Auction Alerts

Please select all that apply and we’ll send you alerts when catalogues become available. You can update your alerts or unsubscribe at any time.

{{bidBasket.basketItems | json}}
You have {{bidBasket.basketItems.length}} items in your basket
View Bid Basket