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Thursday 30 March 2023, 10:00 AM • Sarzana

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A "Garde du Corps du Roi" sword, Mid 18th Century

Estimate

€ 900 - 1.200

Sold

€ 1.125

The price includes buyer's premium

Information

Francia
length 105 cm
Straight, double-edged blade of hexagonal section, rust damage. First part engraved with motto "Vive le Roy" among floral motifs, royal coat-of-arms on the other side with three crowned lilies, among floral motifs as well. Brass hilt with double shell-guard, two loop-guards, thumb ring and spherical pommel. Grip covered with brass wire binding with ring-nuts in brass foil. Rare. Provenance: R. Brooker collection, inventory n. S - 492.