Historical context :

Victoria married her cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha in 1840. Her reign of 63 years and seven months was the second longest in British history after that of Elizabeth II. Known as the Victorian era, it marks a period of profound social, economic and technological change in the United Kingdom and a rapid expansion of the British Empire. She was the last British monarch of the House of Hanover who ruled the British Isles from 1714, as her son and heir, Edward VII, was from his father's line, the House of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.

Total length : 101 cm

Length without sheath : 99 cm

Blade length : 83,8 cm

Handle length : 15,2 cm

Blade width (at heel) : 2,6 cm

Description :

Stunning Victorian British Officer's Saber/Palash. The handle is very solid with a superbly decorated guard, we find the presence of the coat of arms of the British Empire '' DIEU EST MON DROIT '' as well as the manufacturer's mark '' TO THE QUEEN HAWKES & C° PICCADILY LONDON ''. The blade is in superb condition and has many engravings: '' coat of arms + crown of the British Empire, reliefs with monogram '' as well as the manufacturer's marking '' PROVED T ". The scabbard is in iron with two rings, in its juice. RAY skin handle (a little worn) with the filigram still present! The saber fits perfectly in its scabbard. It is a magnificent original English saber and in good condition, very rare. Superb piece, very pleasant to hold in hand and even more to observe in the window, 100% original guaranteed!

Do not hesitate to acquire this superb saber which can easily complete and decorate your display of English sabers. A magnificent witness of the best British gunsmiths of the time

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VERY RARE AND 100% ORIGINAL

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ATTENTION : The piece is unique, there is no duplicate.

SHIPPING

Europe : 35 euros

Poland and Bulgaria : 50 euros

China, Canada, U.S.A .: 100 euros (By Fedex)

Do not let this unique collector's item escape you, there will not be for everyone.

Good luck !