Lot 6272
A sabre M 1822 for light cavalry troopers and a bayonet
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots
Description
Sturdy blade à la Montmorency with fullers on both sides (spotty), the spine etched with the model and manufacturer's signature from Chatelleraut “Juin 1878”, oval acceptance mark “B”. Brass knuckle-bow hilt with two quillon bars, the guard stamped “175” and oval acceptance mark “B”, grip with leather covering (loss) and wire wrap (incomplete). Heavy iron scabbard (pitted, dents) with one movable suspension ring. Together with a Lebel bayonet (rusty, catch Starr). Partially slightly damaged, signs of use and age. Length circa 111 and 64 cm.350274
Condition: II - Questions about the lot?
