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What is a Malacca stick used for?

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What is a Malacca stick used for?
A Malacca stick was a symbol of command in the army, and is often seen in the Sri Lankan, Indian and British militaries. There is a longstanding tradition in the British army of handing over the Malacca stick to the new army chief. You’ll find a collection of Malacca sticks from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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Antique Chinese Silver & Malacca Walking Stick Cane 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique Chinese gentleman's silver pommel and Malacca walking stick, circa 1880
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Antique 1880s Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Silver

19th Century Malacca Walking Stick With Finely Carved Boxwood Handle
Located in Bilzen, BE
Malacca walking stick with finely carved palm wood (boxwood) handle from the 19th century. Antique
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Antique Early 19th Century French Folk Art Historical Memorabilia

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Wood

Beautifully Carved Two Tone Malacca Gentleman's Walking Stick with Snakes
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Beautifully carved two tone Malacca Gentleman's walking stick with snakes This is a finely
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Wood

Antique Silver & Malacca Chinese Walking Stick Cane 19th Century 92cm/ 36inches
Located in London, GB
ebonized Malacca walking stick, circa 1880 in date.   This decorative walking cane features an exquisite
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Silver

Antique Victorian Vintage Bovine Whale Bone Malacca Wooden Walking Stick Cane
Located in Dublin, Ireland
A Very Fine & Rare Example of a Mariner’s Whale Bone Walking Cane of exceptional quality. First
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Antique Early 19th Century Indian Victorian Sports Equipment and Memorab...

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Horn

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