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220 - Light cavalry officer’s saber, three-pronged brass guard engraved with braided patterns, pommel adorned with three silver stars, leather-covered tang with filigree; curved blade, partially engraved, gilded and blued one-third of the way up, signed on the heel: “W”; iron scabbard with a single brass ferrule, also adorned with three stars; length 101 cm. (Two slight cracks in the branches; composite).
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Light cavalry officer’s saber, three-pronged brass guard engraved with braided patterns, pommel adorned with three silver stars, leather-covered tang with filigree; curved blade, partially engraved, gilded and blued one-third of the way up, signed on the heel: “W”; iron scabbard with a single brass ferrule, also adorned with three stars; length 101 cm. (Two slight cracks in the branches; composite). Date: circa 1830–1840, modified after 1882. Good condition. This saber was likely reused in the late 19th century by a general who wished to carry the saber of one of his ancestors.
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Antique Weapons, Historical Memorabilia, and DecorationsAuction house
Thierry de Maigret +33 1 44 83 95 20 maxime@tdemaigret.frDelivery is optional. You can use the carrier of your choice. The stated price does not include the lot price or the auction house fees.