Jan.30th,2021 World Antique Arms and Art Sale
Lot 98:
Well Marked 1828 Model English Scottish Officer’s Basket Hilt Broad Sword by MOLE. A large and powerful example with its massive steel basket guard having distinctive pierced decorations and with its very fine shark skin grip retaining its multi-layered copper wire fully intact. Mounted with a large strong double-edged blade having a short central fuller, both sides of ricasso as well as the edge side are bearing multiple well preserved markings and numerals, including a date ’99 (1899) and the maker’s name MOLE on one of the edges of ricasso. A very good example overall, of strong built and exceptional battle worthy characteristics, used by the British Highland Regiments. Total length (inside scabbard if present) : 38 1/2" Blade length : 32 1/2" Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at [email protected]
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