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Maker: Unknown (Uncertain)
Small sword, inscribed Pro Gloria et Patria.
J.S. Henderson Bequest
Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1933-03-16) by Henderson, James Stewart
18th Century, Mid#
Production date:
circa
AD 1750
Blade engraved PRO GLORIA ET PATRIA (for glory and the fatherland) - the motto of the state of Prussia. The hilt is bronze gilt, ormolu, with guards chiselled with shells, scrolls and swirls in the rococo style.
Sword composed of steel
Accession number: HEN.M.261-1933
Primary reference Number: 19036
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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