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Rare and Fine Antique Arms and Armour, Orders & Militaria

Thursday 11 December 2025 e Friday 12 December 2025, 02:00 PM • Sarzana

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An 1847 model sword for a general of the Civic Guard, Mid 19th Century

Estimate

€ 700 - 1.200

Sold

€ 1.125

The price includes buyer's premium

Information

Stato Pontificio
length 98 cm.
Straight, tipped, single-and short-false-edged blade, with double fuller, featuring the motto “VIVA PIO IX” on the forte among trophies on the right side and engravings of trophies and flowers on the left side. Gilded brass hilt with a large guard decorated in relief with architectural motifs, the main loop-guard decorated in relief and equipped with three other loops ending in curls. The guard has a typical bifurcated end and a lion's head pommel. Brown horn handle with brass wire binding. Black painted iron scabbard with brass mounts and two lugs.

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