Light Cavalry-type sword

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Light cavalry type sword. The hilt consists of a straight stirrup guard, plain pommel and an ivory grip with a fouled anchor inset. The blade is plain and curved. The scabbard is b lack leather fitted with two gilt lockets and a chape. There is an inscription engraved on the top of the scabbard: 'Read, Cutler, Portsmouth'. This sword forms part of the Spinney Collection. It was received with fifteen other swords, five dirks and three pistols (AAA3114.12.2, AAA3115).Read Show more