Victorian 1845 Pattern Infantry Officers Sword

A Victorian Infantry Officers Sword with gilt brass hilt non folding guard, so post 1850. A ray skin grip bound with twisted and two single strand wire. The guard has a light depression in the frame, which is seen a lot with type of sword, probably a result of battle damage. A good slightly curved single fullered blade now with a dark tone, I think this commonly caused by greasing the blade with engine grease, better to use natural Bee's wax, due to the darkening of the blade the etching is a little faint. No makers details, I can see but a proof mark, used by Robert Mole of Birmingham. It has its original steel, two ring scabbard which is also toned very dark but no rust or pitting on the scabbard or the blade. Very good condition, measuring 38 inches long.Shipping to UK mainland only via courier priced at £13.95