Senior officer's saber, type 1882, with the motto of the Marquis de Rambures Handle in stingray with filigree. Iron mounting entirely chased with foliate scrolls, four-point hilt. Gold cap decorated with the motto "DEO DUCE FERRO COMITE". Curved blade with hollow sides. Single-bracelet iron scabbard. A.B.E. (oxidation) This motto, the crown and the Templar holding a sword and a cruciferous orb can be found on a representation of this family's coat of arms.

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