Category
Militaria
Distinguishing marks
Inscribed with the words "Dieu avec toi aet ton meilleur ami. Initials MH on Handle
Condition
Good
Date Period
1850-1870 both saber and phtograph
Size and dimensions of this item
length 42"
width 1"
handle width 4"
width 1"
handle width 4"
Long Description
Calvary saber from Franco Prussian War 1870. Enscribed on side "Dieu avec toi aet ton meilleur ami" . Translation "May God be with you and your best friend.
Phtograph (1850-1870) of Officer and saber from family photo album.
Photograph and sword are part of a family heirloom passed down from family in France.
Dimensions: length 42"; width of blade 1", width of handle 4"
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History
Passed down several generation from my family in France.
Price Paid (If known)
Family Heirloom
For Sale?
No