Sapper's axe, signed JH SALOMON - 19th century - 1st Empire period

Sapper's axe, signed JH SALOMON
19th century, 1st Empire period
Steel, brass and wood
Iron width: 36cm - Blade height: 23cm - Total length: 97cm

Black painted wooden handle. Bronze heel protection.
Steel head, signed JH SALOMON; it is embedded in the handle, and locked by a brass plate with two screws.
Brass blade guard.

Very good state

Ref. : 4417

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