BRITISH 1796 GEORGE III OXFORD WARRD II TIPSTAFF

BRITISH 1796 GEORGE III OXFORD WARRD II TIPSTAFF
British, late 18th Century George III tipstaff or tipstave of office, c. 1796. Brass construction with wood handle. Brass ball finial end. The body engraved “3 GR Oxford Ward II, 1796”. 10 1/2" long overall. 232 grams. Tipstaffs or tipstaves pre-dated the establishment of the British national police force and were given to certain public officials (such as bailiffs) as a symbol of their office - and also for use as a club when necessary.
Size: 10 1/2"
Condition Report: Very good. Some wear. Small dents to finial.