Canada, Commonwealth. A Pair of Blades to Maj. R W Parker consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac Footnote: The Cross of Military

Footnote: The Cross of Military Merit was instituted in February 1949 and is awarded to members of the armed forces for distinguished service in defence of the country

Victorian seal

in bronze gilt with red enamels

backed by a full wreath of oak leaves

Forces' Anniversary Pair: 125th Anniversary of Confederation of Canada Medal 1867-1992 (in rhodium-plated copper and zinc alloy

Canada, Commonwealth. A Pair of Blades to Maj. R W Parker consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac Footnote: The Cross of MilitaryElizabeth II 1897 Pattern Infantry Officers Sword; Wilkinson sword measuring 100 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard, decorated basket hilt with Queen Elizabeth II cipher, twisted grip wire bindings with a gilded sword knot, inscribed initials RWP on scabbard and hilt, serial number 74120 on the spine. Housed in a silver scabbard, evidence of some scratches, very fine condition. Dagger Awarded to Major R. W. Parker By Finnish MPS, 1974;