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March 2530, 2023
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LOT 872

Lot 872

Georgian 1805 Pattern Naval Officer's Sword by Osborn, early 19th century

Georgian 1805 Pattern Naval Officer's Sword by Osborn, early 19th century
Lot 872 Details
Georgian 1805 Pattern Naval Officer's Sword by Osborn, early 19th century

the 32 inch blued straight blade with royal cypher among military trophies, and maker's mark OSBORNS WARRANTED to one side, and owner's monogram SD below royal arms to the other on a gilt metal hilt with fouled anchor, lion head pommel and cross hatched ivory grip, with gilt metal mouned leather scabbard
length 38.25 in — 97.2 cm

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $1,440
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Georgian 1805 Pattern Naval Officer's Sword by Osborn, early 19th century
  • Georgian 1805 Pattern Naval Officer's Sword by Osborn, early 19th century
  • Georgian 1805 Pattern Naval Officer's Sword by Osborn, early 19th century

CONDITION DETAILS

In substantially good age appropriate condition with use related wear to gilding and bluing, discolouring and cracking to the ivory grip.

LOT 872
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  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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