A Rare Royal Indian Marine Officers 1827 Pattern Sword.
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37” overall, 31” fullered blade well etched with scrolls & ‘ERI ‘& Imperial Crown & Star of India over fouled anchor. Hilt of 1827 pattern with folding guard & cartouche with ‘RIN’ & crowned anchor. Fold down side piece engraved ‘William Downie Royal Indian Marine 17th August 1914’. Fish skin grip, bullion sword knot. In its original brass mounted leather scabbard and black leather Gieves sword belt with Indian Marine buckle.
Circa 1902-12
In very good condition.