British Naval Officers Pattern 1827 Sword, English, c.1900, 80cm straight flat backed single fuller spear pointed blade, the last 23cm double edged, blade polished and frost etched, one side with crowned fouled anchor, some foliate designs, and a brass proof disc next to hilt, the other side royal coat of arms, scrolling foliage, makers name 'J Gieve & Son, Naval Outfitters Portsmouth' (traded from 44 Fore Street Devonport between 1900-1906), solid brass gothic-style hilt, with cartouche displaying a crowned fouled anchor, inner folding guard, engraved with the owners name 'H.S. Bland RN', lion-headed pommel, with extended mane, a white shagreen grip with brass wire, original blue and gold sword knot, original black leather scabbard has brass furniture fittings, and two attached ring hangers. Overall in excellent condition, with only very minor rust spots on the edge of the blade, sword complete with some historical documentation. Note: There is extensive research documentation regarding the history of the owner, who was a Sub Lieutenant on HMS Beagle, a twin screw sloop in May 1901. Sadly, he died in a drowning accident in September 1901.