Smallsword Hilt and Scabbard Mounts hallmarked for 1797–98 James Morisset British The patriotic and nautical subjects of the decoration suggest that this was made for presentation to a naval hero, as were the similar hilts by Morisset also in the Metropolitan Museum's collection (acc. nos. , ). The components of the hilt and scabbard are shown as they would have left the goldsmith’s shop prior to being mounted by the cutler or retailer with a blade and a vellum-covered Smallsword Hilt and Scabbard Mounts 24704

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