French Model 1831 Artillery Short Sword / Civil War Era Music Authentic / Maker Marked “65”

Authentic / Maker Marked “65” / 1941 / 42 / General Wear / Comes with ribbon

It depicts an early political style eagle with outstretched wings clutching a stagnant swastika in its talons in front of a round pebbled backing

These matching collar tabs are in nice overall condition with minimal signs of wear / 3

A great example of a Civil War Era M-1840 Wristbreaker Saber from a German maker

“Für Kriegs-verdienst 1939”

French Model 1831 Artillery Short Sword / Civil War Era Music Authentic / Maker Marked “65”Model M1831 Artillery Short Sword It features a 19 1 8 inch long gladius style blade and an overall length of 25". The brass handle has stamps Shown in pictures" D on cross guard foundry or approval stamps most likely Blade has an awesome dark patina and double edged cutting surface Maker marked Talabot Paris & k 27 rings on handle These short swords where used by artillerymen in the U. S. Civil War by both U. S. & C. S. A forces Pictures provided for