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A sabre in the style of the sabres of honor under Napoleon I, 20th century (copy) Sharp, slightly curved wedge blade with pommel point, without marks. Angular nickel silver knuckle-bow hilt, black leather-covered grip with wire winding. Blued iron scabbard with two ring straps and nickel silver suspension rings. Signs of use and age. Length 100 cm. Condition: II

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A sabre in the style of the sabres of honor under Napoleon I, 20th century (copy) Sharp, slightly curved wedge blade with pommel point, without marks. Angular nickel silver knuckle-bow hilt, black leather-covered grip with wire winding. Blued iron scabbard with two ring straps and nickel silver suspension rings. Signs of use and age. Length 100 cm. Condition: II

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