Lot 499: A 19th Century Yataghan Style Sword Bayonet
A mid-to-late 19th-century sword bayonet featuring a recurved, single-edged steel yataghan blade with a wide, deep fuller running along the majority of its length. The hilt is constructed with a steel crossguard incorporating a circular muzzle ring and a downward-curved quillon terminating in a ball finial. The grip is fitted with two chequered scales, likely pressed leather or horn, secured to the tang by steel rivets. The bird’s-head shaped steel pommel incorporates a longitudinal attachment slot and a spring-loaded locking button on the side for rifle attachment. This design is characteristic of the British Pattern 1856 sword bayonet, although the absence of visible manufacturer or ordnance marks prevents definitive attribution. A small white adhesive label with the printed numeral 5 is present on the blade.
Blade length: 58 cm.
Condition report:
The item shows signs of significant age and service wear. There is prominent surface oxidation and areas of pitting to the steel hilt components and pommel. The blade has darkened overall with some light surface pitting and wear but appears structurally sound. The chequered grip scales exhibit wear and age-related discolouration. The spring-loaded catch on the pommel remains in place but its operation is stiff. The scabbard is absent.
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