Original French WWI 1918 National Loan Poster - Comptoir national d'escompte de Paris Stocks since the entire weapon weighed

since the entire weapon weighed only 362 pounds

silver 1 and silver swords with red sword backing

This Dirk started life as an American Officer's Saber with engraved and fire blued curved blade

Complete with original markings and ribbed bakelite grips

It consisted of a swiveling cast handle with attached rod segment

Original French WWI 1918 National Loan Poster - Comptoir national d'escompte de Paris Stocks since the entire weapon weighedOriginal Item: Only One Available. World War One "Comptoir national d'escompte de Paris. Emprunt National 1918. Pour hter la victoire, et pour nous revoir bient't, souscrivez!" 1918 Poster. Two women one in Alsatian dress and the other in the costume of Lorraine. Designed by Artist Auguste Leroux. Offered in good condition. Toned. Measures 31" x 47. Another example can be found in the Library of Congress collection at this link.