Canada, Commonwealth. A Pair of Blades to Maj. R W Parker Republic of ) Naming is officially engraved

) Naming is officially engraved in script

functional spring catch and stud release

1888 by Emperor Meiji

the obverse presenting a steel helmet surrounded by a full oak leaf wreath

As a subaltern

Canada, Commonwealth. A Pair of Blades to Maj. R W Parker Republic of ) Naming is officially engravedElizabeth II 1897 Pattern Infantry Officers Sword; Wilkinson sword measuring 100 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard, decorated basket hilt with Queen Elizabeth II cipher, twisted grip wire bindings with a gilded sword knot, inscribed initials RWP on scabbard and hilt, serial number 74120 on the spine. Housed in a silver scabbard, evidence of some scratches, very fine condition. Dagger Awarded to Major R. W. Parker By Finnish MPS, 1974;