During the 19th and 20th centuries, canes became incredibly popular as a status symbol, especially among the upper class in Western Europe and North America. This specific cane is a fantastic example of that, having been beautifully relief carved in the form of a resting male lion, perfect for a gentleman who may have hunted in Africa. The lion has traditionally been a symbol of courage, nobility, valor, strength, and royalty. The grip is joined to the shaft with an ornately floral engraved, wide silver band, with a matching silver band where the two pieces of the shaft join. The sword blade measures 25 inches and has a fuller in each side. The smooth shaft is of Malacca and tipped with German silver and iron. It measures 36 5/8 inches overall.