Rare 1901 1st Lanark Vol. Artillery Sword Scabbard Leather Belt Frog Cross Strap
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:16100934 | Modified Item: No |
| Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom |
From research, this is a rare 1901 British Artillery Ceremonial Officer Sword (pattern 1821), the various etchings on the sword are: Hobson & Sons 1, 3 & 5 Lexington Street Golden Square London W; 1st Lanark Vol Artillery, Initials G.S.S. (same initials on the back of the Sam Browne with the date 1901), the six pointed "proved" star, the Royal Coat of Arms, It comes with the Sam Browne leather belt (stamped Hobson & Sons 1902 London) with leather covered... sword frog and cross strap.It is in generally good condition and the enclosed pictures will give you a more precise idea of that condition.
The 1st Lanarkshire Artillery Volunteers were formed in 1859 as a response to a French invasion threat. The enthusiasm for the Volunteer movement following an invasion scare in 1859 saw the creation of many Rifle, Artillery and Engineer Volunteer Corps composed of part-time soldiers eager to supplement the Regular British Army in time of need.
The six pointed star is historical in nature and was likely used to signify that the blade was manufactured using the Damascus steel method (proved).
