King's bodyguard sword, 2nd model. Basane covered handle with silver filigree. Brass frame, four-branch guard decorated with the Grandes Armes de France. Quillon made of stamped cloverleaf. Curved blade with flat back, engraved "Mfture Rle du Klingenthal Coulaux Frères", with hollow sides engraved with trophies of arms, radiant face, fleur-de-lys and "King's bodyguards". Sheath made of sheet iron with a brass cap decorated with acanthus leaves, with two bracelets and a ball dart. A.B.E. (wear and tear, stings).