France, 20th century. - Lot 355

France, 20th century. Regulation naval officer's saber. Cast brass mounting, radian-decorated cap, long tail decorated with an ovum and scallop frieze. Black fluted celluloid handle. Jointed bow with upper eyelet for passing the lanyard through, and pearled middle ring. The shell formed by the secondary branch is chased with water leaves and a fluted anchor. The edge of the shell is roped. The quillon ends in a dolphin's head. Tan leather tie. Slightly curved white blade with "HOSTIN 1991" marking on the back. Black leather scabbard with three brass fittings and 2 suspension rings. The cap is decorated with a calaled navy anchor and a scallop shell button. It comes with a regulation black silk thread lanyard. 81.5 cm (Blade 70 cm). (Very good condition).