United Kingdom. A Constabulary Short Sword, by Parker Field & Sons, c.1845 Hold (Miniatur Kette mit Medaillen)

(Miniatur Kette mit Medaillen)

203 mm x 279 mm

demonstrating near-total loss of gilt finish

Footnote:The Order of Civil Merit was established by King Alfonso XII on June 25

The spine is secured to the pickelhaube by an internal spilt pin rivet with a domed head

United Kingdom. A Constabulary Short Sword, by Parker Field & Sons, c.1845 Hold (Miniatur Kette mit Medaillen)Used by police forces in the British Isles, including Ireland, during the 19th century, and often referred to as "hangers" due to how they were worn, this particular sword was manufactured by the prominent London gun and sword maker Parker Field & Sons, 233 Holborn, London, and is marked as such on the blade, with brass D ring guard and wooden handle, with 62 cm blade, and matching leather scabbard with brass fittings, very fine.