222 - A RUSSIAN FEDERATION, PRESIDENTIAL REGIMENT SHASHKA, DATED 2003

A RUSSIAN FEDERATION, PRESIDENTIAL REGIMENT SHASHKA, DATED 2003 A Russian ceremonial shashka issued for or associated with the Presidential Regiment of the Moscow Kremlin, dated 2003, the slightly curved single-edged blade of traditional Caucasian form, fullered and highly polished, etched on one side with the inscription "Президентский полк" beneath the emblem of crossed sabers over a stylized cross, and on the reverse with the double-headed eagle and the inscription "ФСО России Служба коменданта Московского Кремля," the spine further engraved "Холодное оружие России С.В. Пашихин." The ricasso stamped "№004" and dated "2003 г." The hilt of classic shashka form in gilt brass, comprising a D-shaped knuckle bow and integral pommel cap, finely cast and chased with scrolling foliate ornament, the grip bound in black material with twisted gilt wire. The guard has a characteristic projecting quillon terminating in a suspension ring. The scabbard of wood covered in black material, fitted with gilt brass mounts including throat, suspension band with ring, and chape, each decorated en suite with engraved ornament. Accompanied by a sword knot of light colored leather with a decorative terminal. This example represents a high-quality ceremonial or presentation weapon of the post Soviet Russian Federation, produced for elite service within the Kremlin’s Presidential Regiment, a unit responsible for state ceremonial duties and the protection of key government sites. The numbered blade suggests limited production, likely for official presentation or officer issue rather than general service. Dimensions: L: 38 1/2 in., (97.8 cm.) Condition: Excellent. Парадная шашка, используемая в Федеральной службе охраны (ФСО) России, - это элемент церемониальной формы, как правило, основанный на исторических образцах (казачья образца 1881 г. или кавалерийская 1927 г.). Она отличается высоким качеством отделки, часто с золочением, гравировкой и символикой РФ, и используется почетным караулом на торжественных мероприятиях. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All statements contained in the catalog, condition reports, invoices, advertisements, or elsewhere concerning the authorship, attribution, origin, date, age, period, culture, source, provenance, authenticity, genuineness, condition, rarity, importance, or value of any lot are statements of opinion only and shall not be construed as representations, warranties, or statements of fact. All lots are sold "as-is", refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not offer in-house shipping. We will provide a list of recommended shippers upon request.