26th Sep, 2019 10:00
Arms, Militaria, Shotguns, Firearms and Airguns
150
Queens 16th Lancers 1896 pattern officers sword and scabbard
Queens 16th Lancers 1896 pattern officers sword and scabbard, etched blade with Wombwell familly crest depicting a unicorn bearing motto 'In Well Beware' stamped with 35727 for Lt. F. Wombwell, retailed by Henry Wilkinson Pall Mall, 108.5cm
Frederick Adolphus Wombwell, who was commissioned into the 16th Lancers as Second Lieutenant in August 1898, being promoted Lieutenant in 1901 and served in the Boer War. Wombwell led the 16th Lancer parade to celebrate the Coronation of Edward VII whilst the regiment was out in South Africa. He had served as Adjutant to the Yorkshire Dragoons (Queen's Own) until 6th September 1909, holding temporary rank of Captain. Resigned his commission 4th December 1909. Wombwell died in 1912.
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Our 26th September sale contains a single owner collection of16th /5th The Queens Royal Lancers uniforms, swords and other related items. The collection contains an 1896 pattern sword formerly the property of Victoria Cross awardee Alexander Edward Murray (Viscount Fincastle) (1872-1962). Also an 1897 presentation sword given to Lieutenant. G Burridge in 1909. The Jacket of Major Cuthbert John Eccles 16th Lancers jacket, as well as the Dress Jacket and trousers of Major The Honourable Herbrand Alexander 5th Lancers,
Sold for £280
Auction: Arms, Militaria, Shotguns, Firearms and Airguns, 26th Sep, 2019
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