Line Cavalry Officer's Sabre, Model 1882, France, Third Republic

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Object description :

"Line Cavalry Officer's Sabre, Model 1882, France, Third Republic"

A fine Model 1882 line cavalry officer's saber, manufactured at the Châtellerault arms factory in Septembre 1888.
Superb straight blade with a flat back and a fuller, 89 cm long. It is signed on the back "Manufacture d'Armes de Châtellerault Septembe 1888 - Officier de Cavalerie" and bears three proof marks at the ricasso (see photos):
1/ "L" in an oval.
2/ "B" in an oval.
3/ "C" in a lozenge.
Brass officer's line cavalry four branch guard, nicely decorated with palmettes and foliage. Horn grip.
Polished steel scabbard with one suspension ring.
Very good overall condition, with no play between the guard and the blade.
Total length of the saber: 108 cm. Length of the blade alone: 89 cm

Price: 790 €

Period: 19th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Excellent condition

Material: Metal
Length: 108 cm

Reference: 1648885
Availability: In stock