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369 - 19th Cent. Webb & Son. British Court Sword 19th-century, British Artist/Designer/Manufacturer: Webb & Son, 48 Piccadilly, London Marking(s); notes: Ricasso etched “WEBB & SON / 48 / Piccadilly / London” within decorative borders; age-related gray patina and minor peppering to blade Materials: steel, gilt brass Cataloger Note: British court sword of the type traditionally worn by diplomats and court officials, retailed or manufactured by Webb & Son of London. The gilt-brass hilt features an ornate D-shaped knuckle bow and oval shell guard with beaded border. The grip is fashioned with a smooth central face bordered by textured decoration and terminates in an urn-form pommel with spherical finial. Fitted with a straight, slender diamond-section steel thrusting blade etched with floral, foliate, and scrolling ornament. L. 36.5" / Handle: 6" x 0.75"

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19th Cent. Webb & Son. British Court Sword 19th-century, British Artist/Designer/Manufacturer: Webb & Son, 48 Piccadilly, London Marking(s); notes: Ricasso etched “WEBB & SON / 48 / Piccadilly / London” within decorative borders; age-related gray patina and minor peppering to blade Materials: steel, gilt brass Cataloger Note: British court sword of the type traditionally worn by diplomats and court officials, retailed or manufactured by Webb & Son of London. The gilt-brass hilt features an ornate D-shaped knuckle bow and oval shell guard with beaded border. The grip is fashioned with a smooth central face bordered by textured decoration and terminates in an urn-form pommel with spherical finial. Fitted with a straight, slender diamond-section steel thrusting blade etched with floral, foliate, and scrolling ornament. L. 36.5" / Handle: 6" x 0.75" Condition: Age related wear, good condition. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email to info@akibaantiques.com