AUCTION 50: ANTIQUE MILITARIA, FALL 2024
Lot 331:
Double-edged blade with double fullers on both sides and engraved with a lion and a snake respectively. The plated blade base and grip of geometrically finely engraved silver with a spherical pommel. Partially chased leather scabbard decorated in green with silver mountings engraved en suite with the grip. The original textile shoulder strap is attached. Unusually elaborate sword in beautiful condition.
North Africa, 20th Century.
L: 26 in., (56 cm.)
Condition: Good with expected signs of wear and age.
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