OFFICER'S SILVER-MOUNTED SWORD, Former Monarchy, Reign of Louis XVI, circa 1775-1780. 24202
Frame entirely in silver. Donkey guard decorated with geometric designs, stars and flowers. Oval pommel decorated with military trophies. Handle decorated with military trophies, geometric designs and stars. Ferrules with ribbed moldings. Ringlet cruise, decorated with military trophies. Bivalve keyboard similarly decorated to the mount with military trophies. Triangular white blade, length 78.1 cm, engraved on its first third with a military trophy, floral decoration, an Indian and signed “Paris”.
France.
Ancient Monarchy, Reign of Louis XVI.
Very good condition for the frame, blade in good condition, rubbed on the heel with oxidation from use, without sheath.
Reference :
24202