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Rudy Regenass
Location: South Africa Joined: 01 Jul 2015
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 Posted: Wed 01 Jul, 2015 1:51 am Post subject: Sword ID and history |
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Hi
I'm Rudy, new to this web site. Im looking for some information about a sword which I inherited. Firstly, I know nothing about swords. The sword was manufactured by Newton and Co, Hanover Sq, London. I've got an idea that it was an English ceremonial dress sword ?? I'd like some history on this sword if there is someone who knows about this and then possibly a value.
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Shahril Dzulkifli
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| Posted: Thu 02 Jul, 2015 1:28 am Post subject: Sword ID and history |
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Rudy,
You need expert help to identify this English smallsword.
I am not good in identifying swords.
“You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength”
- Marcus Aurelius
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Jonathan Hopkins
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It is a British court sword. I don't know much beyond that, I'm afraid. I am not aware of any good references on British court swords, sink am not sure of the dates this style was introduced or discontinued. The earliest sword of this style I have seen is from the reign of William IV, and I have seen some Victorian examples, too. I am not sure if this pattern was still used into the 20th century. I will see if I can find the dates the retailer was active.
Jonathan
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Jonathan Hopkins
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| Posted: Thu 02 Jul, 2015 3:57 pm Post subject: |
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According to OldSwords.com,
| Quote: | | England, London, Newton & Co, 1870-1887, 7 Hanover Sq. |
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Rudy Regenass
Location: South Africa Joined: 01 Jul 2015
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| Posted: Thu 02 Jul, 2015 11:33 pm Post subject: Thanks |
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Thanks for your responses and the information. Rudy
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John Hardy
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| Posted: Mon 06 Jul, 2015 9:53 pm Post subject: |
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| Jonathan Hopkins wrote: | According to OldSwords.com,
| Quote: | | England, London, Newton & Co, 1870-1887, 7 Hanover Sq. |
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That fits with the pommel, which is in the shape of the Queen's rather than King's Crown.
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This is a standard topic