A FINE 'PATTERN 1796' INFANTRY OFFICER'S SWORD, CIRCA 1796-98

Spears, pikes & staffs

Militaria

With 32 ½ in. (82.5 cm.) blade with blued and gilt etched ornament including pre-1801 Royal Arms, gilt-brass hilt, wire-bound grip, bullion sword-knot, and black leather scabbard with gilt-brass mounts, painted museum loan numbers 'L1932-114'

Estimate: £3,000 - £5,000

Realized Price: £7,500 Without Premium

Christie's | London, South Kensington

Fine Antique Arms and Armour and Sporting Guns

Auction on: Dec 16, 2015