France, Napoleonic Kingdom. An 1801 Cuirassier 'Heavy Cavalry' Sword Archive also wearing his HJ Honour

also wearing his HJ Honour Badge

A round silvered bronze badge

1894 in Alva

is divided and sold to a private individual or corporation

France, Napoleonic Kingdom. An 1801 Cuirassier 'Heavy Cavalry' Sword Archive also wearing his HJ HonourIssued primarily to French heavy cavalry under Napoleon Bonaparte, was a defining battlefield weapon of the early 19th century. Featuring a long straight blade measuring 97 cm length blade, marked on blade with inspectors stamps, stylized brass guard and hilt, with wooden handle with brass wire grip, accompanied by original scabbard which exhibits surface rust, very fine overall. Used by cuirassiers, the elite armoured cavalry of the Grande Arme, it