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Minerve Enchères

214 - Light cavalry sabre, Model 1822–99.
See original version (French)

Estimate €150 - €200
Description
Light cavalry sabre, Model 1822–99. Light-coloured horn hilt with filigree. Brass fittings, three-pronged guard (traces of soldering on one prong). Pommel decorated with two silver general’s stars (added at a later date). Curved blade with a flat back, engraved ‘Manufacture nationale d’armes de Châtellerault June 1926 OFFER D’ARTRIE MLE 1822-99’. Iron sheet scabbard (pinholes on one strap and one ring). Length: 109 cm.
See original version (French)
About the sale Sabres and headgear from the 19th century and the First World War
Auction location
Auction time 10/10/2026 at 11:00 AM
Lot description modified on 10/02/2026 at 10:54 PM
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