Ken Corneal Estate Bladed Weapon Collection
Tuesday, 3 - Monday, 16 February 2026
1827 Pattern British Naval Officers Sword. 30 ½" flat-back blade marked at the ricasso "J Starkey Ltd'.
Realised: $420 plus premium
Lot Details
Single fuller blade etched with ER II cypher, Royal Warrant and etched proof mark, Wire bound white fish skin grip. Very good gilt on guard and lions head pommel. Good scabbard all fittings intact. c.1953. Note: Joseph Starkey of 16-18 Beak Street, Regent Street, London, Gold and Silver Lace Manufacturers, Uniform, Sword & Accoutrements Retailers.
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