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Title Dragoon officer's battle sabre, 1786 pattern
Nationality French
Period c 1795
Sold

Plain hatchet-point blade, 38". Brass-mounted hilt and scabbard, the latter of leather with the middle mount missing. A rare Revolutionary/consulate period item. Maker marked on blade, conjoined 'AP' stamped on forte. NB: There is no evidence that this hilt has ever had a fire-gilt finish.



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[Edged Weapons : Swords : French : 18th Century]

testimonials

This is to confirm receipt of the item and I am very pleased with it.

P M, Australia, 02.05.2013

Just wanted to thank you very much for finding the sword - you have made C's day and therefore mine!

A J, UK, 04.05.2006

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