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Malacca Sword Stick with Silver Repousse Knop London 1899
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Malacca Sword Stick with Silver Repousse Knop London 1899

1900 - 1920
For Sale by AJD Antiques
Description

Late Victorian silver repousse topped sword stick with diamond shaped blued and gold etched blade, malacca haft ending in a brass and steel tipped ferrule.

In excellent condition hallmarked for London 1899, rubbed makers mark could be B&C or R&C.

Size:

Length - 35.5" (90cm)

Blade length - 27" (68.5cm)

Date of Manufacture

AJD Antiques has dated this Victorian Malacca Sword Stick to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
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SA918497
Dealers Internal Reference
30873
Description
Late Victorian silver repousse topped sword stick with diamond shaped blued and gold etched blade, malacca haft ending in a brass and steel tipped ferrule.

In excellent condition hallmarked for London 1899, rubbed makers mark could be B&C or R&C.

Size:

Length - 35.5" (90cm)

Blade length - 27" (68.5cm)

Date of Manufacture

AJD Antiques has dated this Victorian Malacca Sword Stick to the 1900s.

Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
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SA918497
Dealers Internal Ref
30873
AJD Antiques
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Founder of ajd antiques, jonathan dyas has a life-long passion for sourcing and returning to the market an eclectic range of antiques.

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Archive I A late Victorian Malacca cane sword stick featuring a silver repousse embossed knop handle and a concealed steel blade alongside its wooden sheath.

Malacca Sword Stick with Silver Repousse Knop London 1899

Archive II A late Victorian Malacca cane sword stick featuring a silver repousse embossed knop handle and a concealed steel blade alongside its wooden sheath. View II
Archive III A late Victorian Malacca cane sword stick featuring a silver repousse embossed knop handle and a concealed steel blade alongside its wooden sheath. View III
Archive IV A late Victorian Malacca cane sword stick featuring a silver repousse embossed knop handle and a concealed steel blade alongside its wooden sheath. View IV
Archive V A late Victorian Malacca cane sword stick featuring a silver repousse embossed knop handle and a concealed steel blade alongside its wooden sheath. View V
Archive VI A late Victorian Malacca cane sword stick featuring a silver repousse embossed knop handle and a concealed steel blade alongside its wooden sheath. View VI
Archive VII A late Victorian Malacca cane sword stick featuring a silver repousse embossed knop handle and a concealed steel blade alongside its wooden sheath. View VII
Archive VIII A late Victorian Malacca cane sword stick featuring a silver repousse embossed knop handle and a concealed steel blade alongside its wooden sheath. View VIII
Archive IX A late Victorian Malacca cane sword stick featuring a silver repousse embossed knop handle and a concealed steel blade alongside its wooden sheath. View IX
Archive X A late Victorian Malacca cane sword stick featuring a silver repousse embossed knop handle and a concealed steel blade alongside its wooden sheath. View X
Archive XI A late Victorian Malacca cane sword stick featuring a silver repousse embossed knop handle and a concealed steel blade alongside its wooden sheath. View XI
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A late Victorian Malacca cane sword stick featuring a silver repousse embossed knop handle and a concealed steel blade alongside its wooden sheath.
Malacca Sword Stick with Silver Repousse Knop London 1899
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A late Victorian Malacca cane sword stick featuring a silver repousse embossed knop handle and a concealed steel blade alongside its wooden sheath.
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  • ObjectWalking Canes
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMalacca Cane, Sterling Silver, Steel
  • ColourWarm Brown, Silver
  • MotifsRepousse silver knop, Concealed steel blade, Malacca wood shaft, Brass ferrule
  • SizeH 90 cm (35 in) x W 2 cm (1 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

This late Victorian sword stick comprises a warm brown Malacca wood haft with a sterling silver repousse embossed knop handle, paired with a concealed blued and gold etched diamond-shaped steel blade and a brass ferrule at the tip. Visible details include intricately embossed scrollwork on the silver handle, a slender tapering metal blade with ornate decorative etching near the handle, and the natural grain and honey tones of the wooden shaft and sheath. Measuring 90 cm high, 2 cm wide, and 2 cm deep, this item stands at a height practical for display. Placed vertically on a bookshelf or within a gentleman's library setting, the cane offers a striking decorative accent. The combination of polished silver, dark etched steel, and natural cane brings period character to a study or living area interior.

FAQs

Sword sticks, or cane swords, gained popularity during the 18th and 19th centuries as discreet self-defence weapons carried by gentlemen. As urban areas grew and carrying public swords fell out of fashion, concealing a blade within a functional walking stick allowed individuals to maintain personal security while adhering to modern dress codes.

Late Victorian examples commonly featured lightweight yet flexible shafts made from Malacca cane, bamboo, or hardwoods like ash and oak. Handles were frequently crafted from sterling silver, horn, ivory, or silver plate, while the internal push-blade or rapier was forged from tempered steel.

Authentic pieces from this period typically feature British silver hallmarks stamped onto the collar or knop, detailing the assay office, silver purity mark, date letter, and makers mark. Original steel blades will show appropriate aged patina and forge lines, fitting securely into the wooden scabbard housing without modern adhesive.

Designers frequently group antique canes together inside vintage brass umbrella stands or earthenware urns to create visually striking hallway focal points. Alternatively, individual specimens with detailed repousse silver handles can be laid horizontally inside open bookshelf displays or glass-topped shadow boxes.

Sterling silver knops should be cleaned periodically with a soft cloth and non-abrasive silver polish to control tarnish without removing detailed relief. Concealed steel blades require a light application of acid-free mineral oil or microcrystalline wax to prevent rust, while the wooden shaft should be kept away from direct heat sources to prevent warping.
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