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Lot of 2 French Swords

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:150.00 USD
Lot of 2 French Swords
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Lot of Two (2) French Swords: (1) NCO sword has a diamond-shaped 31.5'' blade, with light arsenal engraved markings near the ricasso. Blade shows pitting, age graying, and rust patina overall. Brass hilt and guard shows age and wear. There is an applied decoration of laurel leaves to the front top of the clamshell guard; underside of guard has a large ''20'' engraved into it, and there is a crack on one side. Handle is covered in twisted brass wire that is all intact. Overall length is 37''. No scabbard. (2) Artillery or Infantry Briquet Model with a 23'' flat clip-point blade. There is an arsenal engraved marking on the top spine of blade that reads ''Mre. de Klingenthal 1831''. Blade shows age graying, some light pitting, and is very sharp. Brass hilt and single branch guard is cast as one piece and is in good condition. Leather scabbard has brass fittings at the top and bottom, showing much age, cracking, and scuffs to the leather, but is sturdy. Overall length is 29.5''. Est.: $300-$600/lot.