Lot 161: Copper Handle, Malacca Sword Cane, Late 19th/Early 20th Century

An antique system cane featuring an ornate embossed copper handle decorated with scrolling floral motifs. The shaft is crafted from Malacca wood, displaying its characteristic warm light-brown colour and a single longitudinal groove. This sword cane features an 8-inch hilt section that separates from the main body at a brass ferrule to reveal a concealed, slender steel blade. The blade measures approximately 24 1/4 inches in length. No visible hallmarks or maker’s marks are present. Total length approximately 35 inches.