A broadsword pattern 1828 for officers, special issue for Highlander Regiments. Curved, pipe-backed blade with yelmen, The entire faces etched with a Damaskus pattern. Pseudo-Arabic inscription and St. Andrews crosses at the forte. Characteristical large basket hilt with red cloth and leather lining. Ray skin-covered grip with wire winding. Iron scabbard with two movable suspension rings. Iron parts with minor pitted areas and some age patina. One carrying ring is a replacement. Length 96 cm. historic, historical, 19th century, thrusting, thrustings, blade, bla,

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