This rare early 19th-century bamboo cane sword is a remarkable fusion of elegance and utility. The cane conceals a finely crafted blade, expertly blued and adorned with delicate gold embellishments. The handle is fitted with a 10K gold eyelet, designed for threading a silk scarf or cord. This treasure embodies the discreet yet formidable nature of cane swords during this period.

Maker’s mark engraved on the blade in Old English script: "KELLY No 139 Strand"

Circa 1800

36 1/2" length