VICE ADMIRAL EDWARD HENRY HOWARD'S NAVAL DRESS SWORD, CIRCA 1880
with 31in. etched steel blade, hinged thumbpiece to gilt half-basket hilt, shagreen grip and full-length lion's mane handle, in scabbard of issue -- 39in. (99cm.) overall

Condition Report
Blade rust-free but worn

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