Victorian black parasol with hidden sword

A Victorian black parasol / sword, the yellow metal or brass handle with foliate engraving, named to 'James Kelly', the handle detaching to reveal a 59cm blade, overall length of parasol 97.5cm

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Condition Report
The handle is made of malacca and with silver or gilt white metal. Please see the additional image for the marking on the handle. The parasol functions as intended and is easy to open/close. The sword is neatly and tightly secured into the handle and can be released with a twist lock action. There are some areas of sun bleaching and small nips/pin holes to the canopy.

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