Lot 1072:
A Pair of 19th Century European Military Swords, including a French Model 1866 Chassepot Sword Bayonet and a Military Saber
Not sold
Description
This lot comprises two 19th-century European military swords. The first is a French Model 1866 Chassepot Yataghan sword bayonet, featuring a recurved steel blade, a distinctive steel Y-shaped quillon with a hooked finial, and a checkered dark grip with a functional locking mechanism. The blade spine is marked “Mre d’Armes de St Etienne 1872,” and the crossguard displays unit markings “I8 C T 328.” Its accompanying steel scabbard is stamped “N 90255.” The second item is a military short sword or saber, distinguished by its single-edged, curved steel blade, and a D-guard hilt with a finely checkered dark wood or hard rubber grip. The ricasso bears the serial number “64413.”
Condition report:
Both items exhibit significant age-related wear. The French Model 1866 Chassepot bayonet shows heavy dark patination, surface scratching, pitting, and rust on steel components. The blade has severe pitting and a chipped edge, and its scabbard is heavily rusted and pitted. The military saber also shows heavy dark patination, surface scratching, pitting, and rust on steel components. Its blade shows evidence of past cleaning or polishing, resulting in a brighter finish with numerous superficial scratches.
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