France, Second Empire (1852-1870). - Lot 219

Lot n° 219
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France, Second Empire (1852-1870). - Lot 219
France, Second Empire (1852-1870). Sword of General of Division said to chisel, model with the regulation of March 27, 1852 and its belt carries sword of General Officer. - Gilded brass mounting. Pommel in truncated cone inverted chased of an imperial eagle with spread wings and monogrammed "F.L". The branch of guard with decoration of sticks of lightning placed on both sides of a rosette. Symmetrical keypad reniform, molded in relief of the imperial eagle uncrowned posed on a trophy of six flags, girded with three silvered metal stars riveted on the lower rim. Counter-keyboard of the Manceaux system which can be folded, punch and logo manufacturer "AB" in a rectangle on the reverse. Spindle in tortoise shell filigree brass. Tie in scarlet cloth. Straight white blade with traces of oxidation and stains in places, double-edged, early manufacture, signed "Manufacture Nationale de Klingenthal" on one side and "Coulaux ainé & Cie" on the other side. Tie in scarlet cloth. Black patent leather scabbard with two gilded brass fittings, the cap button decorated with a helmet and the sting chiseled with foliage. It comes with its silver passementerie model strap, with a large tassel called "spinach seed", decorated with three silver metal stars. 95 cm (blade 78,5 cm). (small accidents of use and patina of time, the blade stained by places and oxidized orange peel towards the point, the strap worn and damaged, rather good state of conservation). - Sword-belt of Grande Tenue d'Officier Général IIIème République. Gilt brass plates, stamped with medusa heads. In leather lined with red morocco and covered with a scarlet wool braid mixed with four nets woven in gold threads. Complete. (worn, the sword holder damaged, fairly good condition).
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