Lot #179 - A British Hussar Mameluke General’s Sword reputably belonging to the King of Tonga
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Auction House:Cordy's
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Sale Name:August Art & Antique Auction
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Sale Date:13 Aug 2013 ~ 10am (NZ time) (Lots 1 - 363)
12 Aug 2013 ~ 5pm (NZ time) (Lots 400 - 723) -
Lot #:179
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Lot Description:A British Hussar Mameluke General’s Sword reputably belonging to the King of Tonga
with engraved blade inscribed with warrant for Henry Wilkinson and ‘KOE OTUA MO TONGA KO HO U TOFIA’. The cross quillons with applied white metal crown over JT. Slab ivory grips, polished steel scabbard with bronze and brass fittings. (Blade pitted and rubbed). Length 940. -
Estimate:NZ$6,000 - 6,000
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Realised Price:
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Category:Militaria & Weapons
This Sale has been held and this item is no longer available. Details are provided for information purposes only.