A late 18th century style Scottish basket-hilted broadsword of Black Watch type
Similar Sale History
View More Items in Decorative BasketsRelated Decorative Baskets
More Items in Decorative Baskets
View MoreRecommended Decorative Objects
View MoreItem Details
Description
A late 18th century style Scottish basket-hilted broadsword of Black Watch type
The fullered blade, stepped at the forte, sheet metal basket hilt composed of flattened bars united by circular and triangular pierced junction plates, characteristic incised tall conical pommel, wire bound fishskin grip, 77.5cm blade.
The fullered blade, stepped at the forte, sheet metal basket hilt composed of flattened bars united by circular and triangular pierced junction plates, characteristic incised tall conical pommel, wire bound fishskin grip, 77.5cm blade.
Condition
Knock marks and scratches overall consistent with age
Probably fairly modern although the blade and fish skin grip could be 19th century.
It has been chemically blacked or blued overall
-some patches of rust
Probably fairly modern although the blade and fish skin grip could be 19th century.
It has been chemically blacked or blued overall
-some patches of rust
Buyer's Premium
- 28% up to £40,000.00
- 27% up to £800,000.00
- 21% above £800,000.00
A late 18th century style Scottish basket-hilted broadsword of Black Watch type
Estimate £300 - £500
4 bidders are watching this item.
Shipping & Pickup Options
Item located in West End, Edinburgh, ukSee Policy for Shipping
Payment
TOP