A smallsword for an "officier général",or high-ranking officer of the First triangular thrusting blade(somewhat stained)with etched trophies and vines bearing remnants of gilding on a blued background in the upper third."I S & C" is etched above the base of the knucklebow hilt richly decorated with floral relief work with a lion head mask as pommel ancient armour is depicted on the guard plate above crossed fire gilding is in outstanding condition and partially ebony leather scabbard ,Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available

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