Lot 399
British Naval Sword by Wilkinson. A British Navy Dress sword from the reign of Queen Elizabeth II. The 37 inch steel etched and decorated blade marked "By Appointment To H.M. Queen Elizabeth II Sword Cutlers Wilkinson Sword Ltd Made In England." The guard in heavily gilt bronze decorated with a crowned anchor has a lion head pommel and lion mane backstrap, with the grip in gilt wire wrapped white sharkskin, all this in excellent condition. The blade, numbered "94906" in nice overall condition but for about 3 inches of the blade tip which shows considerable rust (now cleaned), and a few minor nicks. The 32 inch scabbard in black leather with gilt bronze fittings shows wear to the leather portions.
Estimated Value $350 - 450.
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| Realized $431 |
