Artillery Officer's Sword (faschinevmesser M49) 1849 - "ewald Cleff" In Solingen - 19th Century

Artillery officer's sword (Faschinevmesser M49), 1849, 19th century. Blade signed by EWALD CLEFF in Solingen on the ricasso. Brass hilt with a spherical pommel and rivet button. Grip with spiral grooves on one side and smooth on the other. Quillon in an "S" shape. Flat blade with a rounded back bearing an engraving, and the blade engraved on both sides for three-quarters of its length. Single-edged blade with a false edge, 15 cm long at the point, with its scarlet sword knot. Engraving of the blade with floral decoration, military symbols, fasces, crowned eagle, etc. Marking on the ricasso at the ricasso: EWALD CLEFF SOLINGEN. Stitched leather scabbard with two brass mounts, chape bearing the number 16 at the level of the clip, and locket ending in a ball. Length: 80 cm SF Length: 77 cm Blade Length: 65 cm Blade Width at the Heel: 2 cm In excellent condition, showing its age and patina, see photos for details. Free shipping within France. International shipping costs available upon request, depending on the destination country. View my other items by visiting my gallery and our website: https://www.IrisAntik.com