Lot 6494
A sword for civil servants or officers, Western European, 19th century
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots
Description
Straight, biconvex blade (some pitting in places), unmarked, both sides etched to half their length with lavish scrollwork and palmette decoration. Lavishly relief-decorated and beautifully gilt brass knuckle-bow hilt, pommel in the form of a visor helmet, fine silver wire winding. Black leather scabbard (heavily rubbed) with brass fittings (dents). Slightly damaged in places, Signs of age. Length 97 cm.Condition: II Questions about the lot?