Lot 6243
A sabre M 1777 for Hussar troopers
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1502 Lots
Description
Slightly curved blade of the Montmorency type (darkened, stained, nicked in places) with a double-edged point; unmarked. Typical non-ferrous metal stirrup hilt (traces of gilding); grip covered in black leather, lacking wire wrapping (areas of leather loss). Brown leather-covered scabbard (scuffed) with three brass fittings (traces of gilding, minor dents), two movable carrying rings, and an iron drag. Shows signs of age and use; minor damage in places. Length 104.5 cm. An old saber that saw long service.Condition: III Questions about the lot?
