Antique Royal Navy Officers Sword by Gieves, circa 1910

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Antique Royal Navy Officers Sword by Gieves, circa 1910

About the Item

This is a stunning Royal Naval Officer's sword and scabbard by Gieves Ltd, dating from the early 20th century. With etched blade, gilt hilt and wire bound ray skin covered grip, cords and sword knot. The beautiful gilt brass-mounted leather scabbard complete with with sword belt, the blade is 81cm. A very well preserved example retaining all the gilding, the scabbard not creased, with some wear to belt Condition: In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 108 x width 10 x depth 8 Dimensions in inches: Height 3 feet, 6 inches x width 4 inches x depth 3 inches Gieves & Co In the very beginning, Melchisedek Meredith owned a tailors shop in Portsmouth, where he became famous for military uniforms. He had crafted the uniform worn by Admiral Lord Nelson when he was killed in action at the Battle of Trafalgar. In 1841, the business was sold to Joseph Galt, and James Gieve joined as a partner 11 years later. Eventually, James Gieve took control in 1887, and established Gieves & Co. He died just a year afterwards and his two sons, James W. Gieve & John Gieve, took over the business. By 1900, Gieves became tailor by appointment to the Royal Navy. In the following decade, Gieves received a number of Royal Warrants and established their premises in two different locations on Bond Street, London. Gieves, Ltd. acquired Hawkes in 1974, and since their Bond Street location had been attacked by IRA terrorists, the business was moved to No. 1 Savile Row. Subsequently, the company was renamed Gieves & Hawkes. Please feel free to email or call us to arrange a viewing in our North London warehouse. Shipping: We ship worldwide and deliver to Mainland UK addresses free of charge. A shipping cost to all other destinations must be requested prior to purchase. Delivery and return policy: We require that someone be home on the agreed delivery day if applicable, otherwise a redelivery fee will apply. In accordance with Distance Selling Regulations, we offer a 14-day money back guarantee if you are not satisfied with the item. The item must be returned in its original packaging and condition. Unless the item is not as described in a material way, the buyer is responsible for return shipping expenses. Buyers are fully responsible for any customs duties or local taxes that may be incurred on items sent outside of the European Union.

Dimensions:
Height: 42.52 in (108 cm)Width: 3.94 in (10 cm)Depth: 3.15 in (8 cm)
Period:
Early 20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1910
Condition:
Seller Location:
London, GB
Reference Number:
Seller: 080681stDibs: LU95067216573