201 - France, Restoration (1814–1830).

France, Restoration (1814–1830). Infantry saber known as a “briquet,” Model AN XI, made by the armorer “MANCEAUX” and stamped “PDL” with a rooster during the inventories of National Guard weapons under the reign of Louis Philippe beginning in 1831. One-piece cast brass mount with 28 flutes. The hilt is stamped “Manceaux” in cursive on the crossguard, followed by a “D” in an oval and a “D” within a crown (unidentified inspection marks—perhaps from Manceaux?). The guard branch was then stamped “PDL” with a rooster, standing for “Property of the State,” and “135,” likely indicating it was the 135th weapon registered during the National Guard weapon inventories conducted during the reign of Louis Philippe beginning in 1831. The blade has a slight mottled gray patina; it is slightly curved, flat, and has a flat back. The heel is stamped with a “C” in an oval (unidentified?). The black leather scabbard features a central dorsal seam and two brass fittings; the pommel has a trigger guard. It is fitted with a shoulder strap made of bleached buffalo leather; the inner side is stamped and numbered with a hot iron. 74 cm (Blade 59.5 cm). (Signs of wear and normal use; in good condition). Infantry dagger, Model 1816 “MANCEAU,” with shoulder strap