Identification assistance

RealWing · 6th October 2010, 12:28 AM

A sword has been passed down through my family (to the eldest son in each generation of Bagshaw's) and I was told it was used in the Battle of Waterloo (There was a J Bagshaw listed in the battle). The Bagshaw family originated in England and emigrated to Canada in 1817

I'd appreciate any help in identifying it.

I understand that the VOC is a symbol of the Dutch East India company.
1787 in stamped on one side of the sword and 787 on the other. I'm not sure of the significance.
The wooden handle has obviously been replaced and some green felt added to the guard.

Thanks
Jim Bagshaw
Ontario, Canada

6th October 2010, 12:28 AM	#1
RealWing Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 6	Identification assistance A sword has been passed down through my family (to the eldest son in each generation of Bagshaw's) and I was told it was used in the Battle of Waterloo (There was a J Bagshaw listed in the battle). The Bagshaw family originated in England and emigrated to Canada in 1817 I'd appreciate any help in identifying it. I understand that the VOC is a symbol of the Dutch East India company. 1787 in stamped on one side of the sword and 787 on the other. I'm not sure of the significance. The wooden handle has obviously been replaced and some green felt added to the guard. Thanks Jim Bagshaw Ontario, Canada Attached Images