India. A Sikh Ceremonial Kirpan Republic of swing bar pinback)

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diligence and circumspection of Our Right Trusty and Well-beloved Councillor Sir William Edward Goschen

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a Coldstream Guards regimental insignia in gold-coloured and silver bullion wire with red threading forming the central cross and a large gold-coloured sequin at its base

India. A Sikh Ceremonial Kirpan Republic of swing bar pinback)A Kirpan (small ceremonial dagger), a curved steel blade measuring 225 mm in length, demonstrating etched decorations on both sides. The blade is attached to a bone handle with a brass curling crossguard, and an eagles head pommel. A thin brass chain connects the pommel to the crossguard. The overall length is 335 mm. The kirpan demonstrates light wear to the blade and handle, remains in overall very fine condition.