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Sword and Watch of Oliver Cromwell, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Sword and Watch of Oliver Cromwell, [17th century], 1850. The sword...is in the very interesting collection of antiquities in the United Service Museum. This sword is the identical weapon used by Oliver Cromwell at the siege of Drogheda, on the 10th of September, 1649; and it bears on its blade the tokens of war, as there are the marks of two musket bullets on it...The hilt and guard are painted black, and richly ornamented with gilded trophies, arabesques, &c. ; the grip is of black shagreen...it was inherited by Joshua S. Simmons Smith, Esq. as a collateral descendant of the Protector; and it was presented by him to the Museum...The Watch...bears the name of Jaques Cartier as its manufacturer...we apprehend it is a clock watch, which strikes the hours...It is scarcely necessary to observe that the Watch and Sword are not drawn of their proper relative sizes'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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This striking image from the 1850 issue of the Illustrated London News showcases two historic artifacts: the Sword and Watch of Oliver Cromwell. The sword, a significant piece in the United Service Museum's collection, is believed to be the very weapon wielded by Oliver Cromwell during the siege of Drogheda on September 10, 1649. The blade bears the scars of two musket bullets, a testament to the intense battles of the English Civil War. The hilt and guard are intricately decorated with gilded trophies, arabesques, and other ornate designs, while the grip is made of black shagreen. The sword was later inherited by Joshua S. Simmons Smith, Esq., a collateral descendant of Cromwell, and presented to the museum. The second artifact in this print is the pocket watch, bearing the name of Jaques Cartier as its manufacturer. This timepiece, which strikes the hours, is a fascinating addition to the collection. Although it is not clear whether Cromwell himself owned this watch, it adds to the overall historical significance of the display. It is essential to note that the sword and watch are not drawn to their actual sizes in the print. The image, published in the Illustrated London News, offers a glimpse into the rich history of the English Civil War and the intriguing objects that have survived from that era.
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