This is a Late 19th. Century French Naval Officer's Sword, complete with its leather scabbard. In superb condition, this Pattern 1854 sword can be dated to around 1896 courtesy of the twin inspection marks (one a "C", the other a "B" for Charles Bühler, both under stars) on the blade's forte / ricasso and the inscription (Coulaux & Cie Klingenthal) along the spine. The blade is virtually in mint condition, and draws from the scabbard in a very smooth action.