An early 19th century hunting sword in the 17th century...

An early 19th century hunting sword in the 17th century manner, the 19" slightly curved single-edged blade with 8" double-edged tip, incised ricasso and indistinct acceptance mark approx. 5" from hilt to both sides, unusual gilt brass pierced cross guard with side head portrait of a man with further similar portrait verso wearing laurel wreath beneath crown, possibly commemorating the coronation of George IV (1821), matching head to pierced pommel interspersed with lion's head, ram's head quillon and wire wound grip, overall length 62cm.Condition Report Gilt finish rubbed, and blade tarnished but otherwise good condition.An early 19th century hunting sword in the 17th century manner, the 19" slightly curved single-edged blade with 8" double-edged tip, incised ricasso and indistinct acceptance mark approx. 5" from hilt to both sides, unusual gilt brass pierced cross guard with side head portrait of a man with further similar portrait verso wearing laurel wreath beneath crown, possibly commemorating the coronation of George IV (1821), matching head to pierced pommel interspersed with lion's head, ram's head quillon and wire wound grip, overall length 62cm.