Lot 276 , A French Cuirassier sword, blade 93cm, together with an Eastern brass mounted sword with wooden scabbard

A French Cuirassier sword, blade 93cm, together with an Eastern brass mounted sword with wooden scabbard
Estimate £100-150

Is there an inscription on the back of the blade? Yes, has inscription which is very difficult to read.

Scabbard re-painted and scratched. Serial numbers match on brasswork and scabbard tip (C933)
Blade has writing on the spine.
Blade and scabbard quite straight.
Blade 95.5 cm.
Scabbard 100cm.
No jiggle
Wire grip good.

What is the date on the spine of the French sword? No date, marks difficult to decipher.


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Sold for £600