Lot 6231
A sabre for members of the Argentine Army, 20th century
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1502 Lots
Description
Slightly curved, nickel-plated, single-edged blade (partially stained), lavishly etched on both sides (“Republica Argentinia”), with maker's mark “E & L. Buenos Aires - Solingen” at the ricasso. Ornate steel basket hilt (rusty) with meander bands and state coat of arms, hilt with nickel silver wire winding. Nickel-plated steel scabbard (abraded, traces of rust), with a fixed suspension ring. Signs of age and wear. Length 97 cm. Rare.Condition: II - Questions about the lot?