Medals & Coins, Arms & Armour - 28 Nov 2023
Two British 1846 pattern Naval officer's swords, the first a Victorian example of small proportions,
Two British 1846 pattern Naval officer's swords, the first a Victorian example of small proportions, blade 26 in., gilt brass hilt with grip approximately 3.25 in., brass mounted leather scabbard, the locket with retailer's badge of MacKay & Co, Devonport; the second George VI, of standard proportions, folding inner guard inscribed 'R. Smith R.N.'. brass mounted leather scabbard and with sword knot; together with a black leather 'combat cover' for an Imperial Japanese Navy officer's sword (kai-gunto) [3]