sword, cavalry officer, sword, cavalry
Accession Number
NAM.1963-10-144-1
Description
Officer’s sword, similar to pattern 1796, Light Cavalry Officer’s sword; Curved, fullered blade, with blued and engraved decoration, including oriental figures, Britannia or the god Mars, a trophy of arms and the maker’s name, Griffin and Adams, and warranty; gilt metal knucklebow guard with a hinged loop on the pommel; chequered ivory grip. Royal United Service Institute records state that this sword was owned by Gen William Martin Cafe VC, Indian Army, and the high quality indicates that it was a presentation sword.