Spain, Francoist Era. A Naval Officer's Sword, by Artillery Factory of Toledo, c.1940 Republic of very dark patina on the

very dark patina on the JM

inset into a black square frame

with a central gilt medallion bearing a profile of Friedrich Engels

tears or damage to the leather or seams

7 mm x 66 mm inclusive of its crown suspension)

Spain, Francoist Era. A Naval Officer's Sword, by Artillery Factory of Toledo, c.1940 Republic of very dark patina on theThis sword features a nickel plated steel blade, magnetic, with a semi sharp tip and designed with a dull cutting edge. Both sides of the blade have a fuller running its full length, the obverse inscribed "MARINA ESPANOLA" (Spanish Navy) along with bearing an ornate design that flanks an image of a fouled anchor surmounted by the Franco crown on both sides, the reverse bearing the Spanish coat of arms flanked by an ornate design on both sides, the