Item Description
Original Item. One-of-a-Kind. The Royal Maylor Yeomanry was formed in 1803 by Sir Richard Puleston in the 100 of Maylor which is a detached portion of the country of Flint in the year 1803. The Royal Maylor were disbanded in 1828 but then reformed in 1830 and finally disbanded in 1837. The Royal Maylor Yeomanry were part of what was known as the Maylor Legion, which consisted of four Troops of Cavalry and several Rifle companies. The uniform buttons are R.M.C and not R.M.Y. That is because the Royal Maylor Yeomanry were the cavalry contingent of the Legion.
This is one of the most phenomenal uniforms we have ever offered, and certainly one of the oldest. This lovely Cavalry Dolman was worn by a member of the Royal Maylor Cavalry, which was the cavalry contingent of the Maylor Legion, consisting of four troops of cavalry and several rifle companies. The Dolman retains all 59 R.M.C. marked buttons, for the Royal Maylor Cavalry. The gorgeous silver braid is very well-retained across the uniform, although there are some areas where the stitching has been lost due to the buttons being handled and pulling on the braid. This doesn’t detract from overall displayability, however.
The uniform body is constructed of deep indigo blue superfine and faced on collar and cuffs with scarlet. It is beautifully trimmed across the breast with long, false buttonholes of 1/8 in. W, silver soutache braid, ending in crows-feet at the outer ends, with 3 rows of slightly-domed, 11/16 in. silver buttons bearing the Prince of Wales feathers flanked by R and M over C and surmounting a scroll bearing the motto "ICH DIEN" (I Serve) and backmarked "SPENCERS * EXTRA".
Similar silver soutache edging and trim work can be found on the collar, sleeves and around seams behind. The body is innerfaced on breast and waist with a relatively fine, white shalloon, with a body and sleeve lining of off-white linen. There is a diagonally-set, slashed pocket on the inside of the left breast. The interior lining of the jacket shows heavy sweat staining from a lifetime of service, a fantastic detail in a jacket so well-preserved. The intricate stitching of the lining meant this was a jacket designed to undergo heavy fighting and trauma. The stitching and construction are all evident of early 19th century manufacture. The interior of the jacket bears the inscription Capt. W. Hanmer. A tremendous opportunity for further research!
The cuffs bear tremendous patterns of braid which are entirely unique to this scarce unit. This is an example we will never see another of. Dolmans from this period do not hold up well without being intricately cared for and preserved. This is one of the most tremendous uniforms we have ever offered, one that is best displayed laying down or carefully integrated into a mannequin. Ready to become the centerpiece of any Napoleonic Wars collection! Comes ready for further research and display.
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