Rare vintage Wilkinson Sword British / Commonwealth Mameluke-pattern ceremonial officer sword complete with polished metal scabbard. Size 38 inches.

The blade bears the prestigious Queen Elizabeth II Royal Warrant marking:

“By Appointment to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II – Sword Cutlers – Wilkinson Sword”

This sword features the classic Mameluke configuration associated with British and Commonwealth senior officer, ceremonial, diplomatic and related presentation patterns.

The ornate crossguard features a distinctive central radiant sunburst-style medallion with heraldic shield/crest detail, surrounded by decorative gilt work.

Features

• Genuine Wilkinson Sword manufacture
• Made in England
• Queen Elizabeth II Royal Warrant marking
• British / Commonwealth Mameluke-pattern officer sword
• Highly polished curved steel blade
• Fine etched blade decoration
• Ornate gilt-tone crossguard
• Central heraldic sunburst-style guard emblem
• Light-colored Mameluke-style grip
• Decorative grip fittings
• Polished metal scabbard
• Dual suspension rings/fittings
• Excellent collector/display condition
• Wilkinson production era prior to closure of sword manufacturing in 2005

This is a high-quality Wilkinson-made ceremonial sword from the Queen Elizabeth II era and is considerably more collectible than modern mass-produced Mameluke reproductions.

The exact military branch, diplomatic appointment, original owner and manufacture year have not been independently authenticated, so the sword is being described according to its visible Wilkinson markings, construction and pattern.

An impressive example for a collection of Wilkinson Sword, British/Commonwealth militaria, ceremonial swords, Mameluke swords or edged weapons.

Included

• Wilkinson Sword Mameluke-pattern sword
• Polished metal scabbard / sheath

Only the items shown in the photographs are included.