Scabbard

Scabbard for stirrup hilted dress sword, which belonged to Captain Sir Thomas Staines (1776-1830) and Admiral Sir Joseph Nias (1793-1879). The polished black leather scabbard has two gilt lockets with rings and chape, all of which are richly engraved. The reverse of the top locket is engraved with the words 'Salter, Sword Cutler & Jeweller to H.R.H. the Duke of Sussex, 35 Strand London'.

Object Details

ID: WPN1153.1
Type: Scabbard
Display location: Not on display
Creator: John Salter
Date made: 1815-1820
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 15 mm x 753 mm x 40 mm
Parts: Sword
  • Scabbard (WPN1153.1)