France, Napoleonic Kingdom. An M1854 Cuirassier 'Heavy Cavalry' Sword Hold Upon award of the Badge

Upon award of the Badge and Breast Star

independent rolled ribbon

as evidenced by his Medal Rolls

first degree

France, Napoleonic Kingdom. An M1854 Cuirassier 'Heavy Cavalry' Sword Hold Upon award of the BadgeA French Model 1854 Heavy Cavalry Sword, with 94. 5cm length blade, with tapering single edged blade cut on each side with deep twin fullers and marked along spine with 'MRE. IMP. ALE CHAT. T AOUT 1880 CARAB. ER MLE. 1854', with original leather washer, brass guard and hilt with personalized monogram engraved on handle fittings, wooden grip with brass wire loose, accompanied by original scabbard with surface rust, fine overall.