France, 2nd Restoration (1815-1830). - Lot 135

France, 2nd Restoration (1815-1830). Light Cavalry officer's award saber, model 1822. Gilt cast brass mounting (remainder) chased with foliage, wooden spindle tied and sheathed in brass filigree basane. The frame is signed "MANCEAUX A PARIS" under the beak of the guard plate. The blade is gray with traces of oxidation, and engraved on one side with the words "DONNÉ PAR LE ROI" (GIVEN BY THE KING). Marked on the back of the blade "Manufacture Royale de Klingenthal, Février 1823", the heel of the blade is hallmarked "B" between branches of foliage for Jean-Georges BICKS, 1st class controller from 1809 to 1824 (the hallmark corresponds to the period 1815 - 1824 and 2nd hallmark, partly legible, "M" under star between branches of foliage for Antoine MANCEL, inspector for the period 1822-1823. Iron scabbard with 2 suspension rings, with stained gray patina with minor traces of oxidation, stamped "807" on the first strap. (Accidents of use, the beak of the guard plate slightly deformed, Fairly good condition). 107 cm (Blade 91.5 cm). Note: On graduation from the Royal Military Schools, the King presented each promoted cadet with his saber, according to the weapon of destination, engraved with the words "DONNÉ PAR LE ROI" (GIVEN BY THE KING).