An officer's sabre,similar to the German model 1852/79. Lightly curved,Damascus steel,pipe-backed blade with a yelmen. Etched and gilded(worn)at the base of the blade,both sides displaying an eagle between vine designs with effaced scrolls. Iron knuckle-bow hilt with sharkskin grip cover and wire winding. Obverse engraved "Stoecklin Mascara 1879 3e Spahis 3e Escadron". Iron scabbard with two moveable suspension rings. Length 98 cm. Unusual weapon belonging to a French officer,historic,historical,19th century,object,objects,stills,clipping,clipping,Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available

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