Scabbard Collection (page 5)

Showgirl in costume holding sword. 1959 E62

Cutlass and Leather Scabbard, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Unknown
Cutlass and Leather Scabbard, 1935/1942

Nimcha with Scabbard... Algerian; blade, European... late 17th-early 18th century
Nimcha (Saber) with Scabbard, hilt and scabbard, Algerian; blade, European, hilt and scabbard, late 17th or early 18th century; blade 16th or 17th century

Congressional Presentation Sword with Scabbard of Colonel Marinus Willett, French, Paris
Congressional Presentation Sword with Scabbard of Colonel Marinus Willett (1740-1830), French, Paris, hallmarked for 1785-86

Costume Sword with Scabbard in the Classical Style, French, Paris, ca. 1788-90

Hunting Sword of Prince Camillo Borghese (1775-1832), French, Paris, 1809-13

Saber with Scabbard and Carrying Belt, Polish, early 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Saber with Scabbard and Carrying Belt, Polish, early 17th century

Yatagan with Scabbard, Anatolian or Balkan, dated 1802-3. Creator: Unknown
Yatagan with Scabbard, Anatolian or Balkan, dated 1802-3

Dagger (Kindjal) with Scabbard, Caucasian, possibly Kubachi, Dagestan, dated A. H. 1234 / A
Dagger (Kindjal) with Scabbard, Caucasian, possibly Kubachi, Dagestan, dated A.H. 1234/A.D 1818-19

Smallsword Hilt and Scabbard Mounts, British, London, hallmarked for 1797-98

Lower portion of a scabbard, 1625-77. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Lower portion of a scabbard, 1625-77

Dagger and scabbard, 1645. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Dagger and scabbard, 1645

Daggars and scabbards, 1625-77. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Daggars and scabbards, 1625-77

Sword, Shoes and a Scroll, Representing the Chinese Warrior Choryo, 19th century

Naser al-Din Shah, ca. 1852-55. Creator: Luigi Pesce
Naser al-Din Shah, ca. 1852-55

Light Artillery, Sergeant Major, 1866. Creator: Attributed to Oliver H. Willard
Light Artillery, Sergeant Major, 1866

Oldest Known Examples of the Goldsmiths Art: Masterpieces of Sumerian Culture, c1935. From Our Wonderful World, Volume I, edited by J.A. Hammerton. [The Amalgamated Press, Ltd. London]

The Ababda, nomads of the eastern Thebaid Desert, 1848. Artist: Freeman
The Ababda, nomads of the eastern Thebaid Desert, 1848. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

A Mandarin warlord, 1780. Artist: Pierre Duflos
A Mandarin warlord, 1780. From Receuil des Estampes, Representant les Rangs et les Dignites, suivant le Costume de toutes les Nations existantes, by Pierre Duflos, 1780

Arnaout and Osmanli soldiers in Alexandria, Egypt, 1848. Artist: Mouilleron
Arnaout and Osmanli soldiers in Alexandria, Egypt, 1848. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes, 1848

Hilt and scabbard of the Jewelled State Sword, 1953. The piece was commissioned in 1820 for the coronation of George IV and is now part of the Royal Collection at the Tower of London

A Syrian in his full costume, 1902. Artist: TR Dumas & Son
A Syrian in his full costume, 1902. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. I. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1902]

The Regalia of Scotland, Edinburgh Castle, 19th or 20th century. The Crown, Sceptre and Sword of State of Scotland, which have been on public display since 1819

Claude de Lorraine, 1st Duke of Guise, 16th century (1882-1884). Artist: Petit
Claude de Lorraine, 1st Duke of Guise, 16th century (1882-1884). Claude (1496-1550) distinguished himself as a soldier fighting in the Italian Wars

Knight served by a squire and page, end of the 12th century (1882-1884). Artist: Deghouly
Knight served by a squire and page, end of the 12th century (1882-1884). A print from La France et les Francais a Travers les Siecles, Volume II, F Roy editor, A Challamel, Saint-Antoine, 1882-1884

Gallic chief before the Roman conquest of Gaul, 1st century BC (1882-1884). Artist: A Tauxier
Gallic chief before the Roman conquest of Gaul, 1st century BC (1882-1884) A print from La France et les Francais a Travers les Siecles, Volume I, F Roy editor, Saint-Antoine, 1882-1884

Roman centurion conquering the Gauls under Julius Caesar, 1st century BC (1882-1884). Caesar conquered Gaul in the Gallic Wars between 58 and 51 BC

The Mogul Emperor Alamgir, 20th century (1932). Artist: Sarada Charan Ukil
The Mogul Emperor Alamgir, 20th century. From The Studio Volume 104. [The Offices of the Studio, London, 1932]

A Cavalier: time of Louis XIII, 1861, (1912). Artist: Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier
A Cavalier: time of Louis XIII, 1861, (1912). A colour print from Famous Paintings, with an introduction by Gilbert Chesterton, Cassell and Company, (London, New York, Toronto, 1912)

Sir William de Ryther, (1924). From a brass in Ryther Church, Yorkshire

Portrait of the Emperor Alexander III, 1886. Artist: Ivan Kramskoy
Portrait of the Emperor Alexander III, 1886. Alexander III (1845-1894) reigned as Emperor of Russia from 14 March 1881 until his death in 1894

Davids Farewell to Jonathan, 1642. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Davids Farewell to Jonathan, 1642. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St Petersburg

Indian Prince, 1830

Prince of the Kabardians, 1813. The Kabardin are a people of the northern Caucasus

Medieval cavalier, 16th century. Artist: Domingos Joanes
Medieval cavalier, 16th century. From the Museu Nacional de Machado de Castro, Portugal

David and Jonathan, 1642. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
David and Jonathan, 1642

Celtic Bronze Sword and Scabbard (Sheath), France, 8th century BC

Early bronze age burial from Denmark
Early bronze age burial from Borum Eshoj near Arhus, Denmark. The young man was buried in an oak coffin, after being laid on a cows hide covered by a cloak with a wooden pin

Scythian gold scabbard from Russia, 5th century
Scythian gold scabbard from Litoi in south Russia, now in the Hermitage Museums collection in St Petersburg, 5th century

Celtic bronze & iron sword scabbard, North Italy, late 4th century BC

Foot soldier carrying an harquebus, 1590. The first gun to be fired from the shoulder, the harquebus was invented in Spain in the mid 15th century

Turk Sitting Smoking on a Couch, 19th century. Artist: Eugene Delacroix
Turk Sitting Smoking on a Couch, 19th century. From the collection of the Louvre, Paris, France

Japanese katana sword, 1940. With scabbard. Blade mounted in service, tachi-style mounts of World War Two. Surrendered by Gen Tamoto, Japanese Commander, to Lt Col A K Crookshank, OBE, 6MLI

Pesh-kabz and scabbard, nd. Blade has traces of watering. Hilt possibly of walrus ivory. Lanyard stanchion missing. Inscription on reverse of tang explains its history

Shamshir sword with scabbard, nd. Possibly belonging to Maharajah Ranjit Singh (1780-1839). Associated with Maj William Stephen Raikes Hodson, Hodsons Horse

Anglo Saxon and Danish weaponry. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages. 1798

WWI - Robbins of Dudley Trench Fighting Punch Dagger
First World War Robbins of Dudley Trench Fighting Punch Dagger. A rare example, double edged blade with double central fuller leading into the cast alloy finger shaped grip with steel knuckle bow

LUDOVICO SFORZA (1452-1508). Known as Il Moro, the Moor. Duke of Milan, 1481-1499. Steel engraving, 19th century, after Leonardo da Vinci

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"The Scabbard: A Symbol of Power and Protection" In various cultures throughout history, the scabbard has played a significant role in both military traditions and royal ceremonies. From the Army celebrating their Queen's birthday to ancient tales of valor, this humble accessory holds great importance. One such example is depicted in an engraving showcasing Coriolanus' habit in Shakespeare's tragedy. The scabbard, accompanying his sword, represents not only his warrior status but also his adherence to honor and discipline. Moving on to regal splendor, we find the Regalia of Scotland adorned with majestic treasures like the Sceptre and Sword of State. Among them lies the scabbard, symbolizing power wielded by those entrusted with protecting their nation's sovereignty. Stepping back further into history, we encounter armor from the 16th century that showcases knights proudly donning their swords sheathed within intricately designed scabbards. These pieces reflect both functionality and artistic craftsmanship. Transitioning to more modern times, World War I introduces us to German Mauser Gewehr M 98 rifle bayonet with its sturdy scabbard. This combination served as a soldier's faithful companion during tumultuous battles fought on unforgiving fronts. Diving into underwater realms reveals another unique application for a steel-bladed diver's knife crafted by Siebe Gorman. Its reliable scabbard ensured safe storage while exploring mysterious depths where danger lurked beneath tranquil waters. Legends come alive when Excalibur enters our narrative - King Arthur's mythical sword acquired from Lady of Lake - housed securely within an enchanted scabbard said to grant invincibility during battle against evil forces. Traveling even further back in time brings us face-to-face with Tutankhamun's tomb treasures; among them lies a dagger sheathed within gold inlaid with lapis lazuli – a testament to ancient Egyptian craftsmanship and reverence for protection through divine symbols.