ANTIQUE SWORD FRENCH REVOLUTION CIRCA 1794-1795 RARE Start Price USD 3,750.00 Current Price USD 3,750.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Friday, July 18, 2008 End Time Monday, July 28, 2008 Location New York See more about 'ANTIQUE SWORD FRENCH REVOLUTION CIRCA 1794-1795 RARE ' Description  SHORT SWORD A L'ANTIQUE OF THE PUPIL OF THE ECOLE DE MARS    IN THE STYLE OF THE FRENCH REVOLUTIONARY PERIOD   This sword and some other items were purchased about 12 ago from Christies as an addition to our extensive collection of antique swords and firearms. Everything in our collection came from the most reputable dealers and auction houses in the United Sates and Europe. Therefore, we are very confident about the description of this sword. Authenticity is fully guaranteed, as well.     19 INCH BLADE OF DIAMOND SECTION STRAIGHT, DOUBLE-EDGED, LEAF-SHAPED, BRASS HILT, BRASS SCABBARD WITH EXPOSED WOOD PANELS COVERED IN RED CLOTH, BRASS KNUCKLE-GUARD, TWO LANGETS AND A QUILLON, OVERALL LENGTH IS 26 1/2 INCHES.     THIS SWORD IS MENTIONED IN "EUROPEAN AND AMERICAN ARMS' BY CLAUDE BLAIR. IT IS DESCRIBED AS A SWORD A L'ANTIQUE OF A PUPIL OF  THE ECOLE DE MARS, THE REVOLUTIONARY MILITARY ACADEMY THAT EXISTED DURING THE YEAR 1794 ONLY. THE CLOTH COLOR VARIED ACCORDING TO THE RANK OF THE SWORD'S OWNER.     PLEASE FEEL FREE TO ASK ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE. WE WILL WELCOME ANY INQUIRES FROM YOU.     Please Note: We Are Sorry; However, No Returns Will Be Accepted. The Item Will Be Properly Packed, Insured and Shipped Within Three Days of Clearance of Your Payment.   THANK YOU ENJOY!!!      Place a Bid!