Paint-decorated Swordfish Bill Sword

Description:

Paint-decorated Swordfish Bill Sword, late 19th century, the blade decorated with red, white, and blue diamonds, fraternal symbols and crossed British flags, cutlass-style wooden hilt with wood grip, lg. 39 in.
Estimate $300-500


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