| Accession Number | REL/19311 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Edged weapon or club |
| Place made | United Kingdom |
| Date made | c 1918 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
British Pattern 1831 General Officer's Sword and Scabbard : General Sir Charles Rosenthal
Description
British Pattern 1831 General Officer's Dress Sword and Scabbard. The gilded hilt is the mameluke style with a crossed baton and sword within a wreath on both sides of the cross guard. The ivory grips are fitted to the tang by two rose pattern gilt rivets and a gold and red sword knot is attached to the pommel.The plain unfullered blade, with a double edge clip back point, is etched on both sides and includes the Royal Cypher of George V in the centre. The ricasso has the interlocking triangle symbol on the right and the military outfitters name of W CHORLEY & CO Ltd SYDNEY on the left. The back edge of the blade is numbered 03745. The scabbard is nickel plated steel and rusted in parts with two loose hanger rings on bands at 10.5 and 3.5 inches from the throat.
History / Summary
This sword belonged to General Sir Charles Rosenthal.