Antique Japanese & World Weapons AUG. 29th
Lot 364:
Rare Type 19th C. Russian Imperial Army Dragoon Officer’s SHASHKA Sword. Scarce early example of distinctive elegant built, in its standard brass furniture having a slander carved wood grip with a part of original knot tassel still present. Mounted with a lightly curved large-fullered blade having a large etched panel on one side, depicting abbreviated factory logo "Zlatoust Weapon Factory" under the imperial double-headed eagle, all bordered by elaborate floral scrolls, another side with two struck inspector’s letters to ricasso. With its original leather over wood scabbard having brass mounts en suite. Scarce and seldom encountered Officer’s model, and is a well used battle weapon.Total Length (inside scabbard if present):36" Blade Length: 30"
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