Pallasch is a large basket-hilted cavalry saber. This example has 37-1/2" straight blade with two large fullers, almost 1-1/2" wide at ricasso. No discernible markings on blade. The large brass hilt is decorated with Austrian eagle below a "queens crown". SIZE: PROVENANCE: Private Lifetime Collection of A Noted Scholar And Authority. CONDITION: Very good overall as re-wrapped grip and new protective leather washer. Blade is mostly smooth and grey but pitted heavily at ricasso for several inches. Brass cleaned and polished in the European style. 51627-1 JS (1,000-2,000)