Lot 6488
An officer’s like eagle-pommel sabre, European, first half of the 19th century
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots
Description
Slightly curved single-edged blade (tarnished, notched, partially pitted), both sides lavishly etched overall with scrollwork and trophies. Cruciform guard with downward-curved C-shaped crossguard (reground in modern times, a brass rosette at the centre) and an eagle-head pommel of iron, checkered ebony grip (minor losses and cracks). Partially damaged, signs of use and age. Length 93 cm.Condition: III - Questions about the lot?