Canada, Dominion. A Rare Edward VII RMC Gentleman Cadet's Sword of Honour to Edward James Carson Schmidlin, CBE, DSO, MC Buy Now maker marked "M1/52"

maker marked "M1/52"

Francis Eric Taylor of Oakville

in turn bearing a DRK insignia

Massachusetts Volunteer Militia Officers Training School (fire gilt bronze

scratched on the reverse

Canada, Dominion. A Rare Edward VII RMC Gentleman Cadet's Sword of Honour to Edward James Carson Schmidlin, CBE, DSO, MC Buy Now maker marked "M1/52"This sword features a polished nickel plated steel blade, magnetic, with a semi sharp tip. Both sides of the blade have a fuller running from the mid point to just above the ricasso and incorporates an ornate floral pattern. The sword is serial numbered "40522" on the wide spine where it butts the grip. The obverse of the blade is emblazoned with the badge of the Royal Military College of Canada and surmounted by the royal crown, with a ribbon banner