A Victorian cast silver figural table casket by William Nichols, London 1852, with two cavalrymen in a sword fight, the lift-off cover revealing two gilded compartments, the rectangular base with rounded ends cast with regimental badge, martial trophies, horse of Hannover, a French imperial eagle and battle honours, on four paw feet, 18cm (7in) high, 17.5cm (6 7/8in) wide, 1309g (42.1 OZ) Possibly a table piece presented to the 1st Regiment of Life Guards. Condition Report: Hallmarks are clear throughout Marks to figure, cover and base Figure swords slightly bent otherwise good Slight gap to the cover Engraving to cover worn Wobbles badly Some play to the base Light rubbing to the decoration Light scratches and wear commensurate with age and use Condition Report Disclaimer