The M1871 knife bayonet measures 627 mm in length with the scabbard on
he was promoted to Sergeant on June 17th
both plates of the black synthetic grip are firmly held in place by two magnetic rivets
surrounded by a gilt dedication from the Foreign Legion for the centenary of the Battle of Camarón (1863-1963)
Thailand, Kingdom. An Order of the Crown, Grand Cross Badge, Special Grade Province of China The M1871 knife bayonet measuresInstituted December 29 1869. A Special Grade of the Order of the Crown of Thailand, the sash badge, in silver, silver gilt and enamels, with surmounting Thai crown, the reverse is plain, measures 60. 35 mm (w) x 93. 68 mm (h), weighs 55. 62 grams, marked 27 on the reverse of the crown suspension, heavy loss of gilt on obverse and reverse, enamel loss to 6 and 9 oclock arms, in very fine condition.