German Imperial Era, French Pattern Artillery Sword, FW 48
This item is listed for historical interest only. It was listed on our site previously but has been sold and is no longer available for purchase.
Sold for: $650.00

Original era manufacture. Based on the French M1829 Artillery Sword, a pattern adopted by other countries as well, including the USA with our pattern M1840. This sword displays a crown cypher FW 48 on the spine in addition to other cyphers on the brass guard and a rack/weapon number 12. The blade measures 31 inches in length, shows evidence of old cleaned pitting but remains bright. Leather wrapped grip showing wear in a few spots and bound with twisted brass wire. Dent free steel scabbard which shows evidence of cleaned corrosion, S&K marked on the drag.