This early 1800’s Artillery Gunners short sword is one of the rarer British swords used during the Peninsular War (1807-1814), American War of 1812 and at Waterloo (1815). This is a rarely encountered sword maker (Herbert and Hume) which happens to be hallmarked on the spine. The 635mm single edged blade is un-fullered with a spear point and false upper edge. The broad blade is 37mm wide with a 10mm thick, flat spine tapering down to 5.3mm at the beginning of the 145mm false upper edge, making it a heavy and formidable weapon. The blade retains its fighting edge. The blades forte bears a crowned inspection stamp and the spine is engraved with the maker’s name. This allows us to date the sword to between 1800 and 1807, making it likely that it was produced in preparation for Britain’s entrance into the Peninsular War in 1808.The brass hilt has a faceted stirrup guard and curved, balled quillon. The back strap merges into a teardrop pommel through which the tang is peened. The leather covered wooden grip has been lost with its age. The blade is still tied to the hilt. This very rare and desirable artillery hanger will have seen service during a pivotal period of world history. Full length is 29 1/4 inches and blade length to the hilt is 24 3/4 inches.

War trophy, please view photos. No Scabbard present with this item.