Fair points. At this point I think we can only break it down into knowns, possibilities and unknowns:
Known: ivory handle, ottoman blade 16-17th century by characteristics
Possibility: made pre 1822 regulation due to leather scabbard, Lancers by designs on scabbard
Unknown: maker of blade, maker of sheath
I think the designs on the scabbard NOT being found on anything other Lancers swords is semi-evidence of Lancer ownership. The regulation about scabbard material also points to pre-1822.
Incredible sword, was hoping to find more sources but doesn’t seem to be a ton on these anywhere. Dellars companion volume is in the mail.
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