United Kingdom. An m1827 Sword by Reeves, Presented to Private Henry Sims, 1863 certificate_of_authenticity with STERLING

with STERLING

It was Germany's highest military decoration at the time of its presentation to Engelbert Endrass

the exterior lid is embossed with a gilt eagle with outstretched wings

this appears to be a center section of possibly SS-FM Flag

United Kingdom. An m1827 Sword by Reeves, Presented to Private Henry Sims, 1863 certificate_of_authenticity with STERLINGFrom an old collection, an m1827 pattern infantry sword, blade well etched with traditional iconography as well as "PRESENTED BY LIET COL. EARL FITZ WILLAIM and the OFFICERS of the 1st W. Y. Y. C. TO Private Henry Sims, as being the best swordsman in (A) Troop, Donester 1863", while etching is clear and well preserved, hilt as well as scabbard are pitted, original leather washer is retained, fine.