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804 - Belgian infantry officer’s sabre, Model 1850, with leather s…
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Estimate €50 - €100
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Description
Belgian infantry officer’s sabre, Model 1850, with leather strap. Inspired by the French Model 1845 sabre. Slightly curved blade with a flat back, hollow edge and fuller, marked ‘FONSON et Cie Bruxelles’. Bronze mount with a single joint, guard and crossguard chiselled with plant motifs. Horn hilt; filigree present but detached on the side of the guard. Leather sword knot with two bronze sliders chiselled with plant motifs. Iron scabbard with two belt loops. Showing signs of wear. Belgian infantry officer’s sabre, model 1850, with sword knot. Based on the French model 1845 sabre. Slightly curved blade with a flat spine, fuller and groove, marked ‘FONSON et Cie Bruxelles’. Bronze hilt with a single knuckle bow; the guard and quillon are chased with foliage motifs. Horn grip with wire wrapping present but detached on the guard side. Leather sword knot with two bronze sliders chased with foliage motifs. Iron scabbard with two suspension rings. Signs of wear.
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About the sale Militaria: The Belgian Army through the Ages
Auction location
Auction time 11/15/2026 at 2:00 PM
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