NAM.1977-05-7-1

Indian Army Rifle Regiment Officer’s sword, similar to pattern 1827, 13th Frontier Force Rifles 1920-1927; blade inscribed with serial number, maker’s name, Edward Thurkle, London and Edward VII cypher. By this date, Edward Thurkle’s business had been bought by Gaunt and Sons, but continued using his name and mark on swords made by and retailed by them that used his proof slugs.