France, Second Empire (1852–1870). - Lot 272

Lot n° 272
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Résultat : 201EUR
France, Second Empire (1852–1870). - Lot 272
France, Second Empire (1852–1870). Ornate officer’s sword of the Municipal Guard, without a scabbard. Gilded cast brass mountings; pommel with two tiers of melon-shaped ribs; the joint arch is fluted with a central ring. Fluted ebony tang and a flattened crossguard terminating in a stylized acanthus leaf. Symmetrical, kidney-shaped hilt with a central decoration of an eagle perched on a thunderbolt, flanked by laurel branches. Woolen sword tie present. Beautiful three-edged blade, blued and gilded, engraved with military trophies and floral motifs in the middle third, with some staining toward the point. Manufacturer’s mark “SHF” in a gilded cartouche at the heel. 88.5 cm (Blade 75 cm). (Signs of wear and minor cosmetic imperfections. Good condition).
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