A cavalry lance M 1823 with a flag
Triangular, fullered thrusting blade, stamped at the root with Lion/“M” and “D” below a crown. Conical socket with long springs, fitted with three metal loops for the pennant. Later black-and-red linen flag (fabric loops torn), provisionally tied on. Blackened round wood shaft with iron shoe. Iron partly stained, traces of rust, the wood rubbed. Obvious signs of use and age. Length 285 cm.
Condition: II
Triangular, fullered thrusting blade, stamped at the root with Lion/“M” and “D” below a crown. Conical socket with long springs, fitted with three metal loops for the pennant. Later black-and-red linen flag (fabric loops torn), provisionally tied on. Blackened round wood shaft with iron shoe. Iron partly stained, traces of rust, the wood rubbed. Obvious signs of use and age. Length 285 cm.
Condition: II
