French - Heavy Cavalry Sword, April 1826, Broadsword of the French Republican Guard, Troopers model. Total length is 43¾ in. The slightly curved, single-edge blade is 38 in. and is pitted. Back edge is engraved with manufacturer but only date "April 1826" is legible. Brass hilt has three branches; leather and brass twistwire on the grip. No scabbard.
Estimated Value $300 - 500
Civil War
