Original Imperial Russian WWI Era Model 1881 Dragoon Shashka Sword dated 1910 with Scabbard Antique Guns a "tipstaff" (or tipstave) was

a "tipstaff" (or tipstave) was really a sign of Office or Authority

There also appears to be a Polish insignia

and the last 10mm of the tip is broken

Loads of patina on this lovely service worn cap

Original Imperial Russian WWI Era Model 1881 Dragoon Shashka Sword dated 1910 with Scabbard Antique Guns a "tipstaff" (or tipstave) wasOriginal Item: One One Available. This is a very rare example of an Imperial Russian Model 1881 Dragoon Shashka, which was not later destroyed or defaced after the Russian Revolution. Unlike most designs used, this has a handguard, whereas these usually do not even have a cross guard. The 34 inch long blade is in very good condition, though it definitely does show use and age. It has been sharpened, and there are nicks and dents on the edge,