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Victorian 1831 Pattern General Officers Mameluke Sword
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Victorian 1831 Pattern General Officers Mameluke Sword

19th century
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The hilt typically consists of a bone grip secured with rivets featuring a distinctive curved blade and a gold or brass scabbard., paired with a gilt brass cross guard. Overall conditions good, blades in exceptional good condition, handles grips made of French Ivorine showing some blemishes but still looks great, reference DBSD3 l Tel: +44 7505 165 843 We accept online payments for all our items listed: Bank transfer cash on collection or if wishing over the phone using your debit or credit cards, also doing layby payments plan, or email giving your address details & contact number and we shall send you your items invoice to make payment with your card. Send your request to - john.strong2@gmail.com

Physical Dimensions
Height
98cm (38.58")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Sovereign Antiques Of Nuneaton has dated this Victorian Mameluke Officer Sword to the 19th Century.

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SA1218037
Dealers Internal Reference
DBSD3
Description
The hilt typically consists of a bone grip secured with rivets featuring a distinctive curved blade and a gold or brass scabbard., paired with a gilt brass cross guard. Overall conditions good, blades in exceptional good condition, handles grips made of French Ivorine showing some blemishes but still looks great, reference DBSD3 l Tel: +44 7505 165 843 We accept online payments for all our items listed: Bank transfer cash on collection or if wishing over the phone using your debit or credit cards, also doing layby payments plan, or email giving your address details & contact number and we shall send you your items invoice to make payment with your card. Send your request to - john.strong2@gmail.com
Height
98cm (38.58")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Sovereign Antiques Of Nuneaton has dated this Victorian Mameluke Officer Sword to the 19th Century.

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SA1218037
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DBSD3
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Victorian 1831 pattern general officer mameluke sword featuring a curved steel blade, crossguard hilt, and brass scabbard.
Victorian 1831 Pattern General Officers Mameluke Sword
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Victorian 1831 pattern general officer mameluke sword featuring a curved steel blade, crossguard hilt, and brass scabbard.
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  • ObjectSwords
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSteel, Brass, Bone
  • ColourBrass
  • MotifsMameluke hilt, Curved steel blade, Brass scabbard, Crossguard
  • SizeH 98 cm (39 in) x W 12 cm (5 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

This nineteenth-century Victorian 1831 pattern general officers Mameluke sword follows a military style. The piece comprises a curved steel blade, a bone grip secured with rivets, a gilt brass crossguard, and a brass scabbard fitted with hanging rings. The metal surfaces display a polished golden colour against the pale bone handle. The grip shows light blemishes from age, while the blade remains in clean condition. The overall dimensions measure 98 cm high, 12 cm wide, and 3 cm deep. Displaying this sword above the mantel in a gentleman's library creates a striking period focal point. The weapon mounts horizontally or vertically on a wall as part of a military collection. Alternatively, placing it flat on a display table or within a glass cabinet highlights the curved blade and metallic scabbard for study.

FAQs

Adopted by the British Army in 1831, the mameluke-style sword was inspired by traditional Egyptian Ottoman sabres brought back to Britain after the Egyptian Campaign. It became the prescribed dress sword for officers of general rank and remains part of modern formal dress uniform.

These swords typically feature forged carbon steel blades, gilt-brass or solid brass scabbards, and grips made from natural materials such as bone, ivory, or synthetic alternatives secured with decorative brass rivets.

Authentic period examples generally display makers marks near the ricasso, detailed blade etchings incorporating royal cyphers, correct gilt brass scabbard construction with dual suspension rings, and appropriate age-related oxidation on metal parts.

Antique swords are traditionally mounted horizontally or vertically on wall brackets above fireplaces, desks, or sideboards. They can also be integrated into framed shadow boxes or displayed on stand mounts within a library or study setting.

Blades should be wiped clean and coated with a thin layer of acid-free microcrystalline wax or light mineral oil to prevent rust. Brass components should be kept dry, and the item stored away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity.
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