CIVIL SERVANT SWORD, Second Empire. 29623R
Silver-plated brass hilt. Crossguard with floral decoration. Guard branch with acanthus leaf. Quillon in the shape of an eagle's head. Perforated knuckle bow, decorated with acanthus leaves, oak and laurel branches, and uncrowned imperial eagle with outstretched wings. Oval-shaped pommel. Bright red cloth knot. Triangular white blade, 76.5 cm long. Black varnished leather scabbard with two silver-plated brass fittings engraved with floral motifs.
France.
Second Empire.
Good condition, some wear on the leather of the scabbard.
Reference :
29623R