Lot 31
A PRESENTATION CAVALRY SWORD C1825.
A George 1V presentation cavalry sword, to Sjt Major John Alexander RHA, by Prosser. Pipeback blade of 35" in very clean and crisp condition, with GR 1V cypher and a mounted Cavalryman decoration. The officers who are named in the lettering of presentation script, were all present at the Battle of Waterloo. Complete with steel five bar hilt and steel scabbard.
Profser Manufacturer to the King at the forte.
This Sword was presented to Serjeant Major John Alexander Royal Horse Artillery, by the officers of his troop. Lt Col Sir John May KCB-KCH- Mjr Dyneley-Lieutnts W C Anderson & Burke Cuppage. For his indefatigable exertions in the execution of his duty.
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