British P1796 Blue and Gilt Officer's Sword

Offered for sale is an antique British Pattern 1796 Officer’s Sword complete with its leather scabbard, an outstanding edged weapon associated with the Napoleonic Wars and the War of 1812 era.

This elegant officer’s sword features a beautifully etched blade with blued and gilt decoration, a highly desirable feature found on quality officer-grade swords of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The rich blue and gold presentation greatly enhances both the historical importance and collector appeal of the piece.

The Pattern 1796 sword remains one of the most iconic British military swords of the Napoleonic era and is strongly associated with British officers serving during the conflicts against Revolutionary and Napoleonic France, as well as the War of 1812 period.

Features:

British Pattern 1796 Officer’s Sword Napoleonic Wars / War of 1812 era Beautiful etched blade with blued and gilt decoration Includes leather scabbard Elegant officer-grade construction Historic British military collectible

Condition: The sword remains in very good antique condition with age-appropriate wear consistent with historical use, storage, and handling. The blade presents exceptionally well for its age, retaining visible etched detail along with surviving blued and gilt finish.

The hilt, grip, and fittings retain strong character and solid overall presentation. The leather scabbard shows natural age-related wear but remains structurally intact and displays beautifully alongside the sword.

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An increasingly difficult-to-find British Napoleonic-era officer’s sword and an outstanding addition to any advanced antique militaria or edged weapons collection.