EL7157 - The Rifle Brigade sword of Lord George Francis Hamilton, G.C.S.I., made by Pillin. Lord George Francis Hamilton (1845–1927) was a prominent British Conservative and Unionist politician who served in high-ranking government roles, including Secretary of State for India (1895–1903) and First Lord of the Admiralty. A member of the aristocracy, he served as the M.P. for Ealing and held key roles in late 19th-century British political life. He served in both the Rifle Brigade and the Coldstream Guards (more info: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lord_George_Hamilton
). This is his sword from the former. The hilt of this Rifles sword is silver plated, though with some loss due to rust, and the whole sword would benefit from a good restoration. The blade is in good condition, with deep etching, but quite dark patina, and there is no scabbard. The sword is structurally sound, with no movement.
