Lot 6244
A lion's head sabre for officers of the light cavalry, c. 1800
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1502 Lots
Description
Slightly curved single-edged blade (stained, with rubbing marks) featuring fullers on both sides and a double-edged point (slightly bent); the upper third displays etched and gilded trophy motifs set against a blued background. Brass guard with two *tierce* bars and a leather-wrapped grip (fine wire wrapping incomplete); lion-head pommel with finely engraved mane. Brass scabbard (lacking throat piece, with minor dents) featuring an iron drag and two movable suspension rings. Length 97 cm.Condition: III Questions about the lot?
