233 - 18th-century infantry tinderbox, with a handle entirely of b…
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Estimate €250 - €350

Description

18th-century infantry tinderbox, with a handle entirely of brass, a lion’s head pommel; flat blade, a groove running along the spine, engraved with various symbols: a moon, a trophy of arms, a star and Kabbalistic inscriptions on one side; on the other: the same symbols and a Turk’s head, probably in the style of Cassaignard; leather sheath, two brass fittings engraved with interlacing patterns; length 73.5 cm. Date: circa 1770/1780. Fairly good condition.

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About the sale Antique weapons, historical memorabilia and decorations

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Auction time 11/04/2026 at 11:00 AM

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233 - 18th-century infantry tinderbox, with a handle entirely of b… See original version (French)

233 - 18th-century infantry tinderbox, with a handle entirely of b…
See original version (French)