This British 1897 Pattern Infantry Officers Sword belonged to Colonel S.C.F Jackson of the 1st Battalion Hampshire Regiment. The 82cm single-edged blade bears the engraving 'Colonel S.C.F Jackson C.M.G, D.O.S Hamps R. 1882-1920' on one side, and 'Brigadier A.C.F. Jackson C.V.O, C.B.E, A.D.C. (Retd) R. Hamps R. 1923-1958' on the other. The sword features a pierced guard, wired fish skin grip, leather sword knot, field service, full dress scabbard, and travelling case, measuring L102cm.
Brigadier A.C.F. Jackson, the son of Colonel S.C.F Jackson, has a notable military background that adds historical significance to this item. Colonel S.C.F Jackson's medals are offered as lot 3146, and a portrait of him is available as lot 3144.
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