Pammy
the value of this bayonet lies in that it has the Argentinian crest or not on the other side of the ricasso .
Many Argentinian bayonets have their crest removed (grinded) before being sold.
The fact that you didn't know what bayonet it was (Republica Argentina was the giveaway) tells me that the crest is no longer there.
The RA on the hilt means also Republica Argentina.
Jean
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