Description
Nicely maker marked French Model 1831 Artillery Short Sword by Talaret & Cie in Paris. The ridged brass grip shows the number: "1831" with a line struck through and above the scratched out numbers: "477". On the opposite side, the grip reads: "1113". The pommel shows the number: "31". The blade features a maker's mark that reads: "TALARET & CIE PARIS".
VINTAGE:Circa 1831
SIZE:Approximately 24-3/4" in total length; Grip: 6" x 1-1/2", Pommel: 2" x 7/8"; Guard: 4" x 1/4"; Blade: 18-3/4" x 1-1/2"
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Steel, brass
ATTACHMENT:Brass grip, guard, pommel
MARKINGS:"1831", "477", "1113", "31", "TALARET & CIE PARIS"
ITEM NOTES:This is from a French militaria collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MEJX16 LAGEX16 psBJEX9/16
CONDITION:7 (Very Fine): The short sword shows moderate wear, the blade shows oxidation and surface patina, overall very fine condition.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.