Lot 0346
A 1890s–1900s Russian Cossack Officer’s M1881 Shashka Sword / Sabre
Estimate: 5000-6000€
A 1890s–1900s Russian Cossack Officer’s M1881 Shashka Sword / Sabre with Solingen Blade
The blade is made by F. Fichte, Solingen, and is richly decorated with etchings on both sides. An owner’s initial, the letter “A,” is engraved on the upper mount of the scabbard. Some traces of use.
Total length: 100.3 cm. Blade length: 82.3 cm. Blade width: 3.2 cm.
Starting price: €4 500,00€
Estimate: 5000-6000€
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