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Turkey

Sword and scabbard

Brass, silver, gilt, velvet, silk | RCIN 61776

Grand Vestibule, Windsor Castle

Sword and scabbard

Turkey

Sword and scabbard

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Sword and scabbard

Turkey

Sword and scabbard

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Description

Turkish sword with brass guard and hilt of rich parcel gilt repousse silver; the knuckle guard of three gilt plaques attached by eight silver chains. Quillon ends with scallop shells. Plain straight double-edged blade. Scabbard covered in green velvet with silk.

Provenance

Presented to George IV when Prince Regent by Count Nugent, April 1812. Displayed in the Armoury at Carlton House.
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Acquirer(s)

Search the collection View the person page George IV, King of the United Kingdom (1762-1830)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Brass, silver, gilt, velvet, silk
Groupings
Category
Arms & Armour
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Place of Production

Turkey

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