Lot 6390
A sabre for members of the Austrian cavalry, late 18th century
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots
Description
Slightly curved single-edged blade (unmarked, stained), with a shallow fuller on both sides, double-edged Pandur point. Brass knuckle-bow hilt (loose), similar to "Blücher"-sabre, pearl décor on the knuckle guard, pommel cap/nut missing, leather-covered grip. Scabbard with wooden core and black leather covering (heavily rubbed) and lavish relief-decorated non-ferrous metal fittings on both sides with rocaille-style decor, locket and brass mounts in the upper area missing. Old, partly incomplete, damaged sabre with clear signs of use and age. Length 98 cm.Condition: III Questions about the lot?