ARTILLERY GLAIVE, model 1816 modified 1850 National Guard, Second Empire. 33527
Roman-style brass hilt with symmetrical crossguard and handle decorated with 18 rows of scales. Sturdy pommel embossed with the uncrowned imperial eagle. At the top of the pommel, an iron rivet is designed to secure the blade. Blade 48.9 cm long and 4.3 cm wide at the base, symmetrical and double-edged. Black varnished leather scabbard with two brass fittings, a bridge-shaped chape, and the tip of the scabbard finished with a brass chape.
France. Second Empire.
Good condition.
Reference :
33527