Belt Sword 1840: Elegance And Military Distinction

Reference	4-1840-A
Name	Ceñir Sword Official General of the Army model 1840
Hilt	Excellent gilded brass guard with double shell, general officer attributes, crossed sword over baton under royal crown. Rim of the front shell engraved with laurel border, cup-shaped pommel, knuckleguard and short quillon in button shape, first-class chiseling.
Blade	Spanish style, straight, decorated on the first third, small ricasso and three panels with two edges to the tip.
Scabbard	Black leather with gilded brass fittings; mythological face on the chape button.
Inscription	ART FCA of Toledo, Year 1847 (Coat of Arms of Spain)
Use	Regulation ceñir sword for Captain General, Lieutenant General Field Marshal, according to the Royal Decree of May 30, 1840. Used for cortege and hand-kissing ceremonies.
Belt	Made of the same fabric as the trousers, edged with a gold stripe.
Variants	Brigadiers used a similar sword with silver hilt and cipher of the reigning king.
Total Length	900 mm
Blade Length	770 mm
Blade Width	15 mm
Collection	Author’s collection

Belt Sword 1840: Elegance and Military Distinction