A shashka M 1881 for officers of the Russian dragoons So-called "golden weapon", awarded for bravery. Fullered single-edged blade with double-edged point. The ricasso struck with maker's mark "Zlatoust" and date "1851" or "1857". Brass knuckle-bow hilt with traces of gilding and Cyrillic engraving "For Bravery" on both sides of the cross-guard. Leather-covered wood scabbard, brass mounts with floral decoration. Blade somewhat stained. Length 88 cm. Attached (slightly damaged) sword-knot of the Order of St. George. Including sabre hanger with sign, Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available
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Keywords: 19th, century, dragoons, officers, russian, shashka
