Infantry Officer's Saber, Known As The "mineur" - Louis XVI Era - 18th Century

Infantry officer's saber known as the "DE MINEUR," from the Louis XVI era, 18th century.
Brass mountings, long-tailed pommel with riveted button.
Multi-branch guard and flat crossguard with central ring.
Handle made of sheepskin with a filigree pattern of twisted thread.
Curved blade with a flat back, hollowed sides, a single cutting edge, and a counter-edge; gray patina.
Black leather scabbard with a central back seam and two brass trims.
Pommel ending in a ball and chape with a suspension button featuring line engraving and cutwork.
Length: 90 cm
Length without scabbard: 88 cm
Blade length: 74.5 cm
Blade width at the heel: 3.2 cm
Weight: 910 grs
In excellent condition and well-preserved, retaining its original patina; see the photos for details.
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