EL6610 - A Georgian/Napoleonic era British infantry or naval officer's non-regulation sabre, with Prosser's maker's badge to the scabbard locket. Following the general 1796 light cavalry form, but scaled down, with a brass hilt, these kinds of sabres were privately purchased by officers for practical campaign use, either on land or sea. Probably dates to c.1796-1810. The button on the scabbard, together with the two rings, means this could have been worn from belt slings, or with a baldrick. The sword itself is in good condition, with only a tiny bit of movement in the hilt (very small),. The blade, of c.27 inches, is bright and with signs of sharpening and use. Wonderful to have the leather and brass scabbard remaining, though please note the damage to the leather near the chape, where it is only attached by a narrow strip of leather, and this requires attention to protect and restore it.
