Loyal North British Volunteers Officers Sword c 1790

Loyal North British Volunteers Officers Sword c 1790 a very rare sword in stunning condition. English half basket infantry officers back sword with polished mounts highly decorative pommel and tang button, the hilt with curved bars supporting the Georgian crown with thistle below and the motto Pro aris et focis – for hearth and home. The straight blade single edged becoming double towards the tip, with two fullers the top one marked ANDRIA FARARA. Complete with red liner possible a later replacement overall length 100cm the blade 83.5cm Notes: The Loyal North British Volunteers were a regiment of ex – patriots Scots based in Knightsbridge. For reference please see Swords and Sword Makers of England and Scotland by Bezdek page 242