France, Second Empire (1852–1870). - Lot 270

Lot n° 270
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Result : 161EUR
France, Second Empire (1852–1870). - Lot 270
France, Second Empire (1852–1870). A privately made sword known as the “chiseled” Naval Officer’s model 1853, without a scabbard. Gilded bronze hilt, pommel in the shape of an inverted truncated cone adorned with scallop shells, hilt arch decorated with friezes of oak and laurel leaves, and a central ring decorated with scallop shells, dividing at its base into two small branches. Guard terminating in a scallop shell. Tortoiseshell tang with filigree brass inlay. Symmetrical grip marked with a spread-out anchor surmounted by the imperial crown, resting on four flags, flanked by oak branches on the right and laurel on the left; folding counter-grip of the Manceaux system, stamped with the manufacturer’s logo “FBD with a plumed helmet and sword” in an oval for François Delacour & Backes. Tie missing. Blade with a light gray patina and small spots, diamond-shaped in cross-section, with the manufacturer’s mark near the heel: “Jules Creuzé Entrepreneur à Châtellerault.” 89.5 cm (Blade 73.5 cm). (Normal wear and tear and patina from age. Fairly good condition).
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