"Shooting Competition Trophy Of The Communes Of France And Algeria-"
Coutelas, shooting competition trophy for the municipalities of France and Algeria, late 19th century, early 20th century. Strong "BOWIE" type blade with gray patina, 25.5 cm long and 4.7 cm wide. Blade with 1 edge and against edge of 7 cm in point, with 4 grooves on one side. view the photo. Deer antler pommel with an ornament on the plate bearing the inscription "SOCIETE DE TIR DES COMMUNES DE FRANCE ET D'ALGERIE" and in an interior coat of arms "SI VIS PACEM PARABELLUM". In a cartridge "FOR THE HOMELAND". see details in the photos. Decor of 6 bundles of flags, laurel and oak branch, criss-cross rifles. Total length: 48.5cm. Beautiful state of conservation and use, in its own juice, see the photos. Free shipping for France. Visit my other objects by consulting my gallery and our site.