Scottish swords in battle and play

A Battle of Culloden period Clan MacTavish silver inlaid basket-hilted back sword sold for £4800, just below top estimate, at the Antony Cribb (22% buyer’s premium) auction on July 30.

The hilt featured two opposing Clan MacTavish crests of wild boars’ heads within garters, the latt…

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