For an example with a similar hilt, see plate 156.S on page 113 of "Swords and Blades of the American Revolution" by George C. Neumann. Straight tapered single-edged blade with narrow single fuller along top on both sides. Ricasso on left side marked with a crown over "TG" for sword maker Thomas Gill of London. Iron stirrup hilt with forward turned quillon. Egg-shaped iron pommel with integral turned capstan. Ebony grip with gadrooning, top ferrule on grip is faceted. CONDITION: Very good, blade retains a grey patina with very good markings and some scattered darker areas. Hilt retains a pleasing dark grey patina. Grip very good with a few scattered marks from use. Hilt is tight to blade. A very attractive maker-marked sword. DMG Name Value Blade Length 28" Overall Length 34" Paperwork
For an example with a similar hilt, see plate 156.S on page 113 of "Swords and Blades of the American Revolution" by George C. Neumann. Straight tapered single-edged blade with narrow single fuller along top on both sides. Ricasso on left side marked with a crown over "TG" for sword maker Thomas Gill of London. Iron stirrup hilt with forward turned quillon. Egg-shaped iron pommel with integral turned capstan. Ebony grip with gadrooning, top ferrule on grip is faceted. CONDITION: Very good, blade retains a grey patina with very good markings and some scattered darker areas. Hilt retains a pleasing dark grey patina. Grip very good with a few scattered marks from use. Hilt is tight to blade. A very attractive maker-marked sword. DMG Name Value Blade Length 28" Overall Length 34" Paperwork
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