Sword

Slotted hilt sword. The hilt consists of a gilt brass lion's-head pommel and brass grip. The blade is steel, very curved and is inscribed with a moon, sun and star. The scabbard is missing. This sword is part of the Spinney Collection and was received with fifteen other swords, five dirks, and three pistols (AAA3114 (pair), AAA3115).

Object Details

ID: WPN1600
Collection: Weapons
Type: Sword
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: Late 18th century
People: Spinney, J. David
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 55 x 855 x 115 mm
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