Stamped onto the reverse of the blade is a Reichszeugmeisterei (RZM) logo and maker code “M713” for Arthur Schüttelhofer & Co
allowing for the addition of a belt hanger
minor oxidation and loss of finish to the nickel-plated features (with a particular spot of wear to the quillon)
surrounded by an ornate frame
measuring 560 mm (w) x 435 (h)
Tunisia, French Tunisia. An Order Of Glory, Iii Class Commander, C.1870 Newly Listed Stamped onto the reverse of(Nishan al Iftikhar). Instituted in 1843. (Order of Nichan Iftikhar). 3rd Model, Type II with Cypher of Muhammad III as Sadiq (1859 1882). Four piece construction, in silver, with a green enamelled centrepiece bearing the cypher of Muhammad III as Sadiq (1859 1882), ten dual faceted star points, with three faceted rays between each star point, Tunisian marked on the reverse cartouche, measuring 60. 2 mm (w) x 90. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its bow