17thC Sword, maybe?

[Jim McDougall]

Originally Posted by Norman McCormick

Hi,
Having looked at past sales of items termed Riding Sword at Bonhams, Thomas del Mar and Christies numerals or 'dates' on blades seem to be more common that not.
Regards,
Norman

Thanks Norman, that has given me some good perspective on these dates.
As always, more research to be done.

[Norman McCormick]

Originally Posted by Jim McDougall

Thanks Norman, that has given me some good perspective on these dates.
As always, more research to be done.

Hi Jim,
Always glad to give you something to do


For completeness a photo of the nicks in the blade at or very near the C.O.P. (sweet spot).

My Regards,
Norman.