Original Scottish Victorian Era Basket Hilt Sword Russian Awards Medals Badges Insignia as a Mexican ship burns

as a Mexican ship burns in the background and reads El Grito De Guerra which translates to The Battle Cry

and the lock is engraved XIIIth BENGAL / IRREGULAR CAVALRY

primarily horse-mounted

proved to be unpopular

there is size marking 57 as well as the maker mark of Keller & Co

Original Scottish Victorian Era Basket Hilt Sword Russian Awards Medals Badges Insignia as a Mexican ship burnsOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a great Scottish Basket Hilt sword dating from the Victorian era. The sword does not appear to have any markings but is certainly from the period, with a long 37 blade. There are three small fullers on each side of the blade which travel roughly 12 up the blade. The grip is wrapped with rope and the brass pommel is in good shape. The basket is in great condition with the rivets still strong. A great sword