Maker: Unknown
Sword, steel. The hilts (quillons, grips, and pommels) were probably made specially for the funeral in 1745. The blade is earlier, possibly 17th century. The sword has been painted to give the illusion that it is in a scabbard.
Lent to the museum by St Mary’s Parochial Church Council
Method of acquisition: Loan (2008) by St Mary’s Parochial Church Council
17th Century-18th Century#
1600
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1745
Accession number: AAL.5-2008
Primary reference Number: 208670
Entry form: 987
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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