This 1821 pattern Victorian light cavalry officer’s sword was probably made in Solingen, Germany and retailed by an English outfitter or tailor.
The 824mm single-edged blade has a flat spine above a wide, three-quarter length fuller. The blade is double-edged for the final 290mm and terminates in a spear point. The blade is etched with the crowned cypher of Queen Victoria amidst arches and foliate scrollwork and is in good condition with minimal use related marks and small patches of pale tarnish. The blade has been service sharpened and retains a fighting edge.
The ricasso bears a brass proof stud often associated with Solingen made swords.
The three-bar guard is in reasonable condition with age-related tarnish and some shallow pitting. There is a period braised repair to a crack in the lanyard slot of the knuckle bow. The shagreen on the grip shows small areas of use related wear and losses. The twisted copper wire is intact and tight. The wear to the grip and guard along with the service sharpening of the blade suggests that this sword saw some use.
The sword is complete with its iron scabbard with twin suspension rings and asymmetrical, lyre-shaped shoe. The scabbard is in overall good condition with a speckled patina and shallow pitting. The sword sheathes and draws smoothly and is held firmly within the scabbard.
