Historic Arms & Militaria
Description:
English Silver Hilted Small Sword, London, 1746, possibly by John Robinson, bilobate counter-guard with chased and engraved decoration, reeded ricasso and pommel, silver wire and ribbon wrapped grip; rigid triangular blade with etched decoration, blade lg. 33 3/4, overall lg. 39 3/4 in.
Estimate $600-800
Silver toned to gray, hilt is tight on the blade tang; blade has mottled gray toning and worn etching.
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Keywords
John Robinson, London
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
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