Thomas Gill, 1796 Pattern Blue and Gilt Cavalry Officer's Sabre Italian This blade was most likely

This blade was most likely found or imported by an Englishman and mounted on an English Smallsword Hilt of the same period

Light Dragoons) during Waterloo and the Peninsular Wars

French Officer's Epee

fighting blade

Also engraved near the ricasso is 'OSBORN'S' and the officer's initials 'A P' on one side

Thomas Gill, 1796 Pattern Blue and Gilt Cavalry Officer's Sabre Italian This blade was most likelyA very high quality example of a blue and gilt 1796 pattern light cavalry officer's sabre, manufactured by Thomas Gill. The sword is in great condition with most of the bluing remaining. Marked "Tho Gill's Warranted St James's Street London". Scabbard has one area of damage.