Small Sword, c. 1780. France, Paris (?), 18th century. Forged steel blade; partially gilt and russet steel hilt; steel wire, leather bands, wood core; overall: cm (40 3/4 in.); blade: cm (33 7/8 in.); guard: cm (3 1/4 in

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Small Sword, c. 1780. France, Paris (?), 18th century. Forged steel blade; partially gilt and russet steel hilt; steel wire, leather bands, wood core; overall: cm (40 3/4 in.); blade: cm (33 7/8 in.); guard: cm (3 1/4 in

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