INFANTRY OFFICER'S SWORD, model 1882, Third Republic. 30340
Guard made of nickel-plated steel with four branches. Pommel with a long tail. Handle made of horn with silver-plated copper filigree. Straight nickel-plated blade with gutters, 83 cm long, signed "BALP St ETIENNE." Natural leather knot. Nickelled steel scabbard with a single belt loop with a ring. Steel sword belt made of a gourmet chain.
France.
Third Republic.
Very good condition, belt loop with oxidation.
Reference :
30340