GLAIVE of the foot troops, model 1831 - France - 19th century

GLAIVE of the foot troops, model 1831

France

19th century

Steel, brass, leather

Long. Total: 63.5; Long. Blade: 48.5 cm

Cast brass frame.

Ovoid pommel topped with a dome serving as a rivet button.

Handle with twenty-six grooves.

Straight cruise, wheeled keels, control punches, registered “2674”.

Double-edged blade, carp tongue; triangular flat at the heel, central ridge, control punches.

Braided purple tie.

Leather scabbard, marked, brass fittings and control punches.

Leather belt clip.

Ref.: 5353

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