Coins & Banknotes Auction 355

Sword: Pattern 1908 Calvary Troopers sword. A good example of the pattern issued to Indian Cavalry. Straight steel blade with age tone. Black checkered bakelite grips (a smaller grip to match the generally smaller hands of the cavalry troopers recruited in the sub-continent). The blade marked with broad arrow, maker's mark of Wilkinson Pall Mall. Top edge of the blade marked 'IP 08' & dated '5 19' (May 1919). All steel full bowl guard with remains of painted finish. Comes with its all steel scabbard (no paint remaining & with some age tone). VGC. (P)