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829 - Belgian cavalry officer’s sabre.
See original version (French)

Estimate €50 - €150
Description
Belgian cavalry officer’s sabre. Curved blade with a flat back and hollow edge, bearing the marking ‘E.F.’ on the flat, flanked on either side by a sabre, possibly that of E. Fonson. Bronze hilt chiselled with plant and floral motifs. The pommel has a long tail decorated with palmettes and laurel leaves. The grip features filigree work. The iron scabbard has a loop for the belt and an asymmetrical tip. Shows signs of wear. Belgian cavalry officer’s sabre. Curved blade with a flat back and fuller, marked ‘E.F.’ on either side of a sabre motif, possibly for E. Fonson. Bronze hilt chased with foliage and floral motifs. Long backstrap and pommel decorated with palmettes and laurel. Wire-wrapped grip. Iron scabbard with one suspension ring and an asymmetrical drag. Signs of wear.
See original version (French)
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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