A sabre for a sapper, France, circa 1820 Slightly curved, single-edged blade (somewhat pitted and stained) with fullers on both sides, a double-edged point, and a "CF." for Coulaux Frères and an "S" with star (Inspector Schmidt?) stamped on the ricasso. Two-piece brass hilt with a rooster head pommel and lion head masks and quillon finials. A "3" and "GV" are stamped on the smooth grip. Black leather scabbard with brass mountings (locket loose). Length 92 cm. Blade length cm. historic, historical, 19th century, thrusting, thrustings, bl, Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available

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