Nicely Maker Marked French Model 1831 Artillery Short Sword by Talaret & Cie in Paris

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".

Circa 1831

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"

Steel, brass

Brass grip, guard, pommel

"1831", "477", "1113", "31", "TALARET & CIE PARIS"

This is from a French militaria collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MEJX16 LAGEX16 psBJEX9/16

7 (Very Fine): The short sword shows moderate wear, the blade shows oxidation and surface patina, overall very fine condition.

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.