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.

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

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