A Damascus sabre for officers of the imperial navy, in "heavy" issue Slightly curved pipe-backed blade with exquisite Damascus steel pattern. Heavy, non-ferrous metal knuckle-bow hilt (remnants of gilding) with lion head pommel (one red, one green glass eye), indistinct anchor in relief on the folding guard plate, ivory grip, single wire winding. Silver sword knot with black and red interweaves. Black leather scabbard (re-lacquered, creased) with non-ferrous metal fittings (remnants of gilding). Signs of age and use. Length circa cm. This st, Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available
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