French model 1822 foot artillery sword. 1399 grams, 25-1/2" overall length, 18-1/2" blade. Heavy and impressive double-edge sword with solid cast brass handle marked with rack No. 565 and original brass-tipped scabbard. Blade marked "Chatellerault 1833," handle bright and clean, ropelike turning and simple, elegant scrolls on sides, scabbard leather somewhat dry from age with open seam on back. With photo-certificate.
($400-600)