Lot Essay
This sword was supplied to the New South Wales Government
CIRCA 1894
Details
AN 1892 PATTERN INFANTRY OFFICER'S SWORD
Circa 1894
With straight fullered blade, traces of gilt, double edge spear point, etched with maker's cartouche, gilt Gothic hilt, the guard with 'VR'crowned cypher, wire bound fish skin grip, steel scabbard engraved 'NSWG 115 11/94'
83 cm. (32 3/4 in.) blade
Circa 1894
With straight fullered blade, traces of gilt, double edge spear point, etched with maker's cartouche, gilt Gothic hilt, the guard with 'VR'crowned cypher, wire bound fish skin grip, steel scabbard engraved 'NSWG 115 11/94'
83 cm. (32 3/4 in.) blade
Special notice
A 10% Goods and Services tax (G.S.T) will be charged on the Buyer's Premium on all lots in this sale.