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Hermann Historica

6327 - A broadsword belonging to Major Francis R. Tarleton of the Highland Infantry, circa 1900

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€1,900

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Sale fees

29.5%

A broadsword belonging to Major Francis R. Tarleton of the Highland Infantry, circa 1900 Double-edged blade, grooved on both sides (minimally pitted), with rich decorative etching; on the third side, the crowned inscription “Highland Infantry,” and on the fourth side, the crowned cipher for Queen Victoria. Blunt edge bearing the manufacturer’s mark “Henry Wilkinson Pall Mall London”; on the third side, the brass-lined “HW” mark; on the narrow side, the serial number “37264.” Typical openwork iron basket hilt (stained, partly pitted). Fish-skin-covered tang (small tear at the base) with triple silver wire wrapping, grooved mushroom pommel. Iron scabbard (stained/textured) with two movable carrying rings. Signs of use and age. Length 103 cm. Includes detailed documentation on the owner based on the Wilkinson serial number. Major Francis Tarleton commanded the 6th Royal Highlanders and fought with distinction in the Second Battle of the Marne from July 15 to August 6, 1918. A rare, well-preserved specimen with verified, detailed information about the bearer. Condition: II

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Auction details

Medals and Militaria Up to 1918 - I
Tuesday, November 24
10:00 AM
Bretonischer Ring 3
85630 Grasbrunn, Germany

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Hermann Historica +49 8 95 47 26 490 contact@hermann-historica.com
On Drouot for 4 years avec More than 43,000 lots published

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