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December 0510, 2020
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LOT 182

Lot 182

French Heavy Cavalry Officer's Sword, 19th century

French Heavy Cavalry Officer's Sword, 19th century
Lot 182 Details
French Heavy Cavalry Officer's Sword, 19th century

with W under star cutler's mark, the hilt with bar guard with impressed rack number and wire wrapped leather grip the curved, ribbed blade in black lacquered scabbard
overall length 43.5 in — 110.5 cm

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $720
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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French Heavy Cavalry Officer's Sword, 19th century
  • French Heavy Cavalry Officer's Sword, 19th century
  • French Heavy Cavalry Officer's Sword, 19th century

CONDITION DETAILS

Grip missint wire wrapping. bar bruised, blade tip blunted, scabbard lacquer abraded.

LOT 182
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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