18th C. Austrian Smallsword (88128)

Austrian Smallsword, 18th C.  

provenance: Private collection,  Paris, France 
Condition: good 
Length: 94cm / 37inches
weight: 189g 

Straight double edged blade of hexagonal section. iron hilt with double valve, richly pierced with floral motif at center, chiseled pommel, chiseled guard, and quillions; grip with steel and copper wire binding and moor’s head at the top. Inscribed blade on both sides.