Title
Sword. Almost a metre long steel sword, the blade has two grooves along its length, the handle is surrounded by a basket of steel loops with decorative punched hearts, and red cushioning inside.
Identifier
ABDUA:15007
Description
Highland broadsword (A434+5b) and silver-plated cross-guard (A434+5a), used by Lachlan Forbes when Regimental Adjutant, 1st Volunteer Battalion Gordon Highlanders.
Date
Late: 1925
Format
metal steel silver, L(overall): 968 mm | L(blade): 814 mm W(blade): 2
Coverage
Europe, Scotland, North East Scotland
Type
Physical Object
Provenance
Acquisition Source: Forbes, W.Lachlan Lt-Col
UUID
cb1aea6e-c1d3-4fcd-84a7-b11d4d1d89f0